Registered Nurse: Independent Practice & Patient Education

CHRISTUS Health; Bossier City (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Louisiana is seeking a registered nurse to provide comprehensive patient care in a clinical setting. You will apply the nursing process to assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate care for assigned patients, coordinating with the care team to meet individual needs.

You will collaborate with physicians, therapists, and support staff to develop and implement care plans, document patient responses, and educate families.

Qualifications

• BSN preferred
• 1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred
• BLS required
• RN License in state of employment or compact

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing care utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention and evaluation for assigned patients.
• Addresses complex needs of patients and families.
• Administers medications and treatments; monitors for side-effects and effectiveness of the treatment prescribed.
• Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given.
• Educates patients, family members and/or care givers; identifies issues and resources.

Skills

Nursing care

Nursing process

Assessment

Documentation

Education

BSN preferred

Job description

CHRISTUS Health in Louisiana is seeking a registered nurse to provide comprehensive patient care in a clinical setting. You will apply the nursing process to assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate care for assigned patients, coordinating with the care team to meet individual needs.

You will collaborate with physicians, therapists, and support staff to develop and implement care plans, document patient responses, and educate families.