Perioperative Nurse: Care, Leadership & Growth

CHRISTUS Health; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Shreveport, LA is seeking a competent registered nurse to provide independent patient care in a clinical setting. You will perform nursing processes, administer medications, monitor outcomes, and educate patients and families as part of the care team.

Ideal candidates hold a BSN preferred, have at least 1 year of nursing experience, and possess current RN licensure. BLS is required, with ACLS and PALS certifications as per unit policy; new hires complete orientation and annual

Qualifications

• BSN preferred
• 1 year of nursing experience preferred
• Current RN license in state of employment or compact
• BLS required
• New hires attend orientation and complete annual competency validations

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing care utilizing the nursing process for assigned patients.
• Administers medications and treatments; monitors side-effects and effectiveness.
• Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given.
• Assess learning needs and provide education to patients and families.
• Makes appropriate assignments and delegates to other care providers to manage clinical situations.

Skills

Nursing care

Assessment skills

Patient education

Education

BSN preferred

Tools

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Job description

CHRISTUS Health in Shreveport, LA is seeking a competent registered nurse to provide independent patient care in a clinical setting. You will perform nursing processes, administer medications, monitor outcomes, and educate patients and families as part of the care team.

Ideal candidates hold a BSN preferred, have at least 1 year of nursing experience, and possess current RN licensure. BLS is required, with ACLS and PALS certifications as per unit policy; new hires complete orientation and annual