Critical Care RN — Lead Care & Family Support

LCMC Health; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

LCMC Health's Lakeview Hospital in Covington, LA is seeking a compassionate Critical Care Nurse to lead high-acuity patient care. You will coordinate care touchpoints, assess life support needs, and partner with families to explain conditions and recovery paths.

We value decisive, compassionate professionals who can maintain a safe environment, advocate for patients, and collaborate with the care team to deliver extraordinary experiences for every patient and family we serve.

Qualifications

• Current nursing license to practice in Louisiana as defined by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
• Current ACLS and PALs.

Responsibilities

• Take the lead: prioritizing, coordinating, and delegating all care touchpoints for your patients.
• Evaluate vital signs according to standards of care and monitor life support measures.
• Apply knowledge of complex patient conditions including psycho/social needs.
• Maintain and advocate a safe environment for everyone.
• Monitor and engage with patients, families, and care team regarding significant events or questions.
• Prevent and treat wounds.
• Monitor and enforce infection control and environment of care requirements.
• Ensure continuity of care and excellent patient experience.

Skills

Critical care nursing

Patient advocacy

Decision making

Communication

Education

RN license (Louisiana)

Job description

LCMC Health's Lakeview Hospital in Covington, LA is seeking a compassionate Critical Care Nurse to lead high-acuity patient care. You will coordinate care touchpoints, assess life support needs, and partner with families to explain conditions and recovery paths.

We value decisive, compassionate professionals who can maintain a safe environment, advocate for patients, and collaborate with the care team to deliver extraordinary experiences for every patient and family we serve.