Nursery Charge RN — Lead Patient Care (Sign-On Bonus)

Opelousas General Health System; Opelousas (LA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Opelousas General Health System is seeking a Charg e RN for the Nursery in Opelousas, LA. This full-time role provides direct nursing care across infant to geriatric patients using the nursing process and collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality care.

Requirements include an ADN (RN) with Louisiana licensure, CPR, and a minimum of two years in a NICU/ Nursery specialty. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred; PALS/ACLS and NRP are beneficial.

Qualifications

• ADN required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Proficient in nursing process and patient education.
• CPR required; PALS/ACLS preferred.
• Two years RN experience in area of specialty required.
• Licensed RN in Louisiana is required.

Responsibilities

• Uses the nursing process as the basis for care.
• Provides direct patient care.
• Documents patient records and maintains accuracy.
• Maintains a safe environment and adheres to safety protocols.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team for patient care plans.
• Administers IV medications and blood products as ordered.
• Supervises and delegates to staff as appropriate.
• Manages admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Mentors new staff and ensures quality care.

Skills

Nursing process

Direct patient care

Patient education

Team supervision

Documentation

Safety protocols

Education

Associate degree in Nursing (ADN)

Bachelor's degree in Nursing (preferred)

Tools

CPR certification

PALS

ACLS

NRP

Job description

Opelousas General Health System is seeking a Charg e RN for the Nursery in Opelousas, LA. This full-time role provides direct nursing care across infant to geriatric patients using the nursing process and collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality care.

Requirements include an ADN (RN) with Louisiana licensure, CPR, and a minimum of two years in a NICU/ Nursery specialty. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred; PALS/ACLS and NRP are beneficial.