Emergency Department Charge Nurse - Lead & Coordinate Care

Lake Charles Memorial Health System; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Charles Memorial Health System in Lake Charles, LA is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive nursing care in a fast-paced environment. The RN will assess patient needs, develop care plans, educate families, and coordinate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams.

The role reports to the Emergency Department Director and may serve as charge nurse as needed. The ideal candidate is Louisiana-licensed, with BLS-CPR certification and bedside nursing experience; BSN

Qualifications

• Registered nurse licensed in Louisiana with current license.
• BSN or diploma in nursing from an approved program.
• BLS-CPR certification required.
• Minimum bedside nursing experience; 2 years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organize patient care and unit activities with delegation.
• Facilitate patient flow and collaborate with entry points for admissions.
• Lead as designated charge nurse and coordinate staff.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care using the nursing process.
• Educate patients and families and document appropriately.
• Ensure high-quality patient care and compliance with LSBN rules.

Skills

Patient care

Leadership

Communication

Team coordination

Education

BSN or nursing diploma

Louisiana RN license

BLS-CPR certification

Job description

Lake Charles Memorial Health System in Lake Charles, LA is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive nursing care in a fast-paced environment. The RN will assess patient needs, develop care plans, educate families, and coordinate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams.

The role reports to the Emergency Department Director and may serve as charge nurse as needed. The ideal candidate is Louisiana-licensed, with BLS-CPR certification and bedside nursing experience; BSN