ER Registered Nurse - Fast-Paced Acute Care

Opelousas General Health System; Opelousas (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Opelousas General Health System in Opelousas, LA seeks a Registered Nurse for the Emergency Department on the south campus. The role provides direct patient care using the nursing process and supports the operating room nursing practice across pre-, intra-, and post-operative stages.

The successful candidate will hold an Associate's degree in nursing, valid Louisiana RN licensure, and CPR certification, with ACLS/PALS preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in nursing is required.
• Louisiana RN license and CPR certification are required.
• ACLS and PALS certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to patients using the nursing process.
• Maintain patient records and document care appropriately.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to develop individualized care plans.
• Ensure patient safety and administer medications as prescribed.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and team members.

Skills

Nursing

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

Bachelor's degree in Nursing (preferred)

Louisiana RN license

CPR certification

ACLS and PALS preferred

Job description

Opelousas General Health System in Opelousas, LA seeks a Registered Nurse for the Emergency Department on the south campus. The role provides direct patient care using the nursing process and supports the operating room nursing practice across pre-, intra-, and post-operative stages.

The successful candidate will hold an Associate's degree in nursing, valid Louisiana RN licensure, and CPR certification, with ACLS/PALS preferred.