Med-Surg RN: Impactful, Collaborative Patient Care

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital; Bastrop (LA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Continuing education

Job summary

Morehouse General Hospital is seeking a compassionate Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (RN) to join a fast-paced inpatient team in Bastrop, LA. You will assess, plan, and provide evidence-based nursing care for medical and surgical patients, including post-operative and acute/chronic conditions.

The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians and interdisciplinary teams, strong clinical judgment, and patient education.

Qualifications

• Louisiana RN license required.
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current BLS certification required.
• ACLS certification preferred or required based on unit needs.
• Previous Medical-Surgical, Acute Care, or hospital nursing experience preferred.
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and clinical decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, organization, and time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for medical and surgical patients.
• Monitor patient conditions and promptly identify and communicate changes in clinical status.
• Administer medications, IV therapies, blood products, and treatments safely and accurately.
• Care for patients recovering from surgery and those with acute or chronic conditions.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, medications, treatments, procedures, and discharge planning.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Promote patient safety by following infection prevention practices and hospital policies.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies and changing patient conditions.
• Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges while ensuring continuity of care.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and ongoing professional development.
• Support a positive, collaborative work environment while delivering compassionate care.

Skills

Strong assessment

Critical thinking

Clinical decision-making

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing

Job description

Morehouse General Hospital is seeking a compassionate Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (RN) to join a fast-paced inpatient team in Bastrop, LA. You will assess, plan, and provide evidence-based nursing care for medical and surgical patients, including post-operative and acute/chronic conditions.

The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians and interdisciplinary teams, strong clinical judgment, and patient education.