Registered Nurse I - Patient Care & Education

Christus Health; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Christus Health in Alexandria, LA seeks a competent registered nurse to work full time, providing independent care in a clinical setting. The role emphasizes nursing process, patient education, and appropriate delegation to team members to manage patient care.

Responsibilities include administering medications, documenting patient information, and supporting long-term goals while addressing emotional and social needs of patients and families. BLS and RN license in-state or compact are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred.
• 1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred.
• BLS required.
• RN License in state of employment or compact

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Nursing process

Care planning

Patient education

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

Christus Health in Alexandria, LA seeks a competent registered nurse to work full time, providing independent care in a clinical setting. The role emphasizes nursing process, patient education, and appropriate delegation to team members to manage patient care.

Responsibilities include administering medications, documenting patient information, and supporting long-term goals while addressing emotional and social needs of patients and families. BLS and RN license in-state or compact are required.