Med/Surg RN — Night Shift, Frontline Care

LCMC Health; Marrero (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

West Jefferson Medical Center, part of LCMC Health, is seeking a Med-Surg nurse for night shifts in Louisiana. You will lead care touchpoints, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and maintain a safe environment while engaging patients and families.

This role emphasizes wound care, infection control, and continuity of care, with opportunities to educate patients and contribute to a compassionate, patient-centered team in a community hospital setting.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Take the lead: prioritizing, coordinating, and delegating all care touchpoints for your patients.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to ensure direct patient care.
• 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.
• Ensure continuity of care, efficient throughput, and exceptional patient experience.
• Initiate patient and family education using appropriate resources.
• Contribute to the team by assisting others when needed.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Infection control

Wound care

Patient education

Job description

West Jefferson Medical Center, part of LCMC Health, is seeking a Med-Surg nurse for night shifts in Louisiana. You will lead care touchpoints, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and maintain a safe environment while engaging patients and families.

This role emphasizes wound care, infection control, and continuity of care, with opportunities to educate patients and contribute to a compassionate, patient-centered team in a community hospital setting.