Registered Nurse - Per Diem, Patient Care & Education

CHRISTUS Health; Coushatta (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Louisiana seeks a competent nurse to practice in a similar clinical setting, delivering routine and complex care with independence and the ability to plan long-range goals. The role emphasizes effective delegation and coordination within a care team.

The nurse will document patient histories, medications, and care provided; administer treatments per protocol and monitor responses. Education for patients and families is also a key requirement of this position.

Qualifications

• BSN preferred.
• 1 year nursing experience preferred.
• BLS required.
• RN license in state of employment or compact.

Responsibilities

• Meets expectations of applicable competencies and leads self/others/leaders.
• Provides nursing care using 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, family members, and/or caregivers; identifies issues and resources.

Skills

BLS

Nursing assessment

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing

Job description

CHRISTUS Health in Louisiana seeks a competent nurse to practice in a similar clinical setting, delivering routine and complex care with independence and the ability to plan long-range goals. The role emphasizes effective delegation and coordination within a care team.

The nurse will document patient histories, medications, and care provided; administer treatments per protocol and monitor responses. Education for patients and families is also a key requirement of this position.