Inpatient Registered Nurse (RN)

AESTHETIC AND BREAST RESTORATIVE; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Sick leave

Cosmetic clinic discounts

Job summary

AESTHETIC AND BREAST RESTORATIVE is seeking an Inpatient Registered Nurse (RN) to provide high-quality care in a surgical hospital setting in Baton Rouge, LA. The RN will manage pre-operative, post-operative, and recovery care with a focus on safety and comfort.

This role requires strong clinical judgment, compassionate patient support, and teamwork with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other clinicians to ensure optimal outcomes and smooth discharge planning.

Qualifications

• BSN or ADN required.
• Current state RN licensure.
• BLS certification required.
• ACLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to pre-operative, intraoperative, and post-operative patients in a surgical inpatient setting.
• Monitor vital signs, administer medications, and manage post-operative recovery.
• Educate patients and families on procedures, recovery plans, and discharge instructions.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and multidisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans.

Job description

Job Description: Inpatient Registered Nurse (RN)

Position Overview:

The Inpatient Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providinghigh-quality patient care in a surgical hospital setting. The RN will delivernursing care to pre-operative, post-operative, and recover patients, ensuringtheir safety, comfort, and overall well-being throughout their hospitalization.This role requires excellent clinical judgment, compassionate care, and theability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team to achieve optimal patientoutcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

Patient Care Management:

• Provide comprehensive nursingcare to patients admitted for surgical procedures.
• Assess patients' physical andemotional needs, including admission and post-operative assessments.
• Monitor vital signs and patientconditions, recognizing changes in status and intervening as necessary.
• Administer prescribedmedications and treatments in accordance with hospital protocols.
• Assist with wound care, painmanagement, and post-operative recovery.
• Educate patients and theirfamilies on surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and dischargeplans.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Collaborate with surgeons,anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to develop andimplement individualized care plans.
• Communicate effectively withpatients, families, and other healthcare team members.
• Participate in multidisciplinaryrounds and contribute to patient care decisions.

Clinical Expertise and Safety:

• Ensure adherence to infectioncontrol and safety protocols.
• Perform patient assessments,document nursing interventions, and track patient progress.
• Respond to medical emergencies,assist in code situations, and provide appropriate interventions.
• Maintain accurate, detailed, andtimely patient records in compliance with legal and regulatory standards.

Patient Advocacy and EmotionalSupport:

• Advocate for patients’ rightsand provide emotional support during their hospitalization.
• Address patients' concerns andcomfort needs to ensure a positive hospital experience.
• Provide education onpost-surgical care, medication management, and follow-up appointments.

Continuing Education andDevelopment:

• Stay current on surgicalprocedures, nursing best practices, and hospital policies.
• Participate in ongoingeducation, training, and certifications as required by the hospital andregulatory agencies.
• Contribute to qualityimprovement initiatives and patient safety programs.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing(BSN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required.
• Current state licensure as aRegistered Nurse (RN).
• Basic Life Support (BLS)certification required.
• Advanced Cardiovascular LifeSupport (ACLS) certification required

Experience:

• Previous nursing experience in asurgical or inpatient setting preferred.
• Experience with post-operativecare, pain management, and wound care is highly desirable.

Skills:

• Strong clinical assessment,critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication,interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Ability to work collaborativelywith a multidisciplinary team.

Working Conditions:

• This is a full-time position withrotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Must be able to lift and movepatients as needed.
• The RN may be exposed topotentially infectious materials, hazardous chemicals, and otherenvironmental risks.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary based onexperience.
• Health, dental, and visioninsurance.
• Paid time off (PTO) and sickleave.

Additional Benefits offered throughthe clinics:

• Botox at cost done by NP/PA(not MD)
• 25% off filler by NP/PA (notMD)
• 25% on all cosmetic proceduresafter a year (anesthesia portion is at cost)
• 30% off skincare products