Perioperative Nurse (RN) – Expert Care & Education

Jobtome; Lecompte (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Louisiana is seeking a competent Nurse to provide routine and complex care in the perioperative setting. The role requires independent practice, appropriate delegation, and long-range care planning within established protocols.

The RN will administer medications per protocol, document care, and educate patients and families. BLS, PALS/ACLS certifications and a valid state RN license are required; BSN preferred with 1 year of related experience.

Qualifications

• RN knowledge of nursing process and patient care standards.
• Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing competency development.

Responsibilities

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Uses the nursing process: assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention and evaluation for assigned patients.
• Addresses complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patients and families.
• Administers medications and treatments per protocol; monitors side-effects and effectiveness.
• Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given.
• Educates patients, families and caregivers; identifies learning needs and resources.

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred

Job description

CHRISTUS Health in Louisiana is seeking a competent Nurse to provide routine and complex care in the perioperative setting. The role requires independent practice, appropriate delegation, and long-range care planning within established protocols.

The RN will administer medications per protocol, document care, and educate patients and families. BLS, PALS/ACLS certifications and a valid state RN license are required; BSN preferred with 1 year of related experience.