Registered Nurse - Skilled Nursing Facility

100 Hospital Service District No. 1 Parish of Terrebonne State of Louisiana; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

100 Hospital Service District No. 1 Parish of Terrebonne State of Louisiana is seeking a Registered Nurse to plan, implement, coordinate, and evaluate nursing care for patients. The role involves assessing patient conditions, administering medications, collaborating with healthcare teams, and ensuring patient safety.

Qualifications include being licensed to practice as a registered nurse in Louisiana. The successful candidate will contribute to patient well-being through effective communication and comprehensive care management.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice as a registered nurse in Louisiana.

Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor patient conditions; initiate and adjust care plans as needed.
• Respond promptly to changes in patient status with appropriate interventions.
• Administer medications and perform treatments in accordance with policy.
• Provide hygiene and comfort measures to support patient well-being.
• Educate patients and families; identify and address emotional and psychosocial needs.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with physicians and healthcare teams.
• Identify and manage patient risks, including falls and skin breakdown.
• Follow infection control and safety procedures, including proper body mechanics.
• Complete documentation, shift reports, and assigned tasks accurately and on time.
• Prioritize multiple tasks and use time efficiently to deliver patient-centered care.

Education

Licensed to practice as a registered nurse in Louisiana

Job description

Night (United States of America) Department: 100 - 607000 TG - Skilled Nursing Facility Position Description: The Registered Nurse plans, implements, coordinates and evaluates nursing care for patients.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor patient conditions; initiate and adjust care plans as needed.
• Respond promptly to changes in patient status with appropriate interventions.
• Administer medications and perform treatments in accordance with policy.
• Provide hygiene and comfort measures to support patient well-being.
• Educate patients and families; identify and address emotional and psychosocial needs.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with physicians and healthcare teams.
• Identify and manage patient risks, including falls and skin breakdown.
• Follow infection control and safety procedures, including proper body mechanics.
• Complete documentation, shift reports, and assigned tasks accurately and on time.
• Prioritize multiple tasks and use time efficiently to deliver patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice as a registered nurse in Louisiana.