REGISTERED NURSE - NORH CMR UNIT

North Oaks Health System; Hammond (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

North Oaks Health System is seeking a Registered Nurse for the NORH CMR unit in Hammond, LA. This full-time position requires a LA RN license, accredited nursing education, and the ability to work 6:00a-6:00p with rotating weekends and holidays.

The RN will provide compassionate, patient-centered care, administer medications, monitor patient status, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. Adherence to standards and compliance are essential, with focus on safety and quality outcomes for

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current LA RN license; professional organization membership encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Maintain quality patient care using the nursing process (assess, plan, implement, evaluate).
• Administer medications as ordered by the physician and document patient responses.
• Monitor patients and respond to changes in condition; document vitals and care notes.
• Collaborate with physicians and other hospital departments to coordinate care.
• Adhere to hospital policies, safety codes, and compliance programs; report incidents.
• Assist in operational functions and scheduling as needed.
• Promote effective communication and education for patients and families.
• Perform other duties as requested and support agency goals.

Skills

Compassion

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Education

BSN or nursing diploma

Job description

REGISTERED NURSE - NORH CMR UNIT - 13777

US:LA:Hammond | Nursing | Full Time

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Description

Status: Full Time

Shift: 6:00a-6:00p, 12 hours x 3 per week, rotating weekends and holidays

Exempt: No

Summary:

The Registered Nurse at NorthOaksRehab Hospital is primarily responsible for his/her patients. They shall possess the qualities most exemplary of the nursing profession. These qualities include compassion, empathy, accountability, honesty, together with the knowledge and skills they have learned within their nursing education. The Registered Nurse shall adhere to the Standards of Practice of NORH.

The registered nurse is a member of the health care team and is responsible for providing quality nursing care utilizing NOMC standards of care. Will uphold the philosophy and objectives of Nursing Service. Is a resource person for other members of the health care team. Responsible for patient care.Will utilize effective communication between personnel, physicians, other hospital departments, patients and families.

Other information

Education: Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current LA RN license.
Membership in a professional organization is encouraged.

Physical Demands: Required to stand for long periods of time. Lifting and transporting of patients is required. Motor coordination and manual dexterity are necessary. Strength: Medium Push: Occasionally Pull: Occasionally Carry: Occasionally Lift: Occasionally Sit: Occasionally Stand: Frequently Walk: Frequently

Responsibilities

• 1. Insure the maintenance of quality patient care.
  • Utilize nursing process (assess, plan, implement and evaluate) for each patient on an individual basis.
  • Assist with QA audits.
  • Administer medications as ordered by the physician.
  • Document patient response to medication and procedure, using vital sign record, nurses’ notes, and any other form as appropriate.
  • Monitor patient receiving I.V. conscious sedation as per policy.
• 2. Administer blood, blood components, hyperalimentation and chemotherapy.
  • Adhere to hospital policy in regard to blood and blood components.
  • Adhere to hospital policy for administering hyperalimentation and chemotherapy.
• 3. Adhere to policies and procedures.
  • Responsible for adherence to hospital policies and procedures for self and personal under his/her supervision.
  • Adhere to acceptable dress code.
  • Report incidents and injuries.
  • Demonstrate professional manner.
  • Comply with attendance policy.
  • Knowledgeable of all hospital safety codes, and perform duties during drills and actual emergencies.
  • Report unsafe conditions and incidents.
  • Account for narcotics.
• 4. Assist in operational functions.
  • Assist department manager in maintenance of policies and procedures.
  • Schedule assignments of personnel as applicable.
• 5. Maintain satisfactory communication.
  • Promote satisfactory relationships.
  • Share knowledge with others.
  • Attend committee meetings as designated.
  • Attend in-service programs.
  • Maintains knowledge of computerized systems within the healthcare system as needed for job performance.
• 7. Perform other duties as requested.
• 8. Follows North Oaks Health System’s Compliance Program and Federal and State Regulatory guidelines.
• 9. Adheres to the Nurse Practice Act and the Rules and Regulations of the Louisiana State Board of Nursing.