PRN Psychiatric RN — Compassionate Patient Care

Opelousas General Health System; Opelousas (LA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Opelousas General Health System in Opelousas, LA is seeking a PRN Registered Nurse to provide direct nursing care across the lifespan from infant to geriatric, under direction using the nursing process.

Responsibilities include documentation, patient advocacy, collaboration with physicians and nurses, administering IV medications and blood products, ensuring patient safety, and participating in performance improvement.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited School of Nursing with either an Associate or Bachelor degree.
• La State Board of Nursing License and CPR required. ACLS and PALS preferred.
• One year of RN experience preferred.
• Ability to operate and handle complex medical equipment and care for diverse patient populations.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct nursing care to patients using the nursing process.
• Documents and maintains patient records accurately and timely.
• Maintains a safe environment and administers IV medications and blood products.
• Collaborates with physicians and nurses to devise individualized care plans.
• Delivers patient education and participates in performance improvement activities.
• Communicates pertinent data to appropriate parties and supports life-saving interventions.

Skills

Nursing care

Nursing process

Documentation

Patient education

Communication

Clinical assessment

Team collaboration

Stress management

Vital signs

Medication administration

Education

Associate or Bachelor in Nursing

Tools

CPR

ACLS

PALS

EMR

Job description

Opelousas General Health System in Opelousas, LA is seeking a PRN Registered Nurse to provide direct nursing care across the lifespan from infant to geriatric, under direction using the nursing process.

Responsibilities include documentation, patient advocacy, collaboration with physicians and nurses, administering IV medications and blood products, ensuring patient safety, and participating in performance improvement.