Registered Nurse - Surgery

100 Hospital Service District No. 1 Parish of Terrebonne State of Louisiana; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; 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 within the Surgery department.

The role requires current RN licensure in Louisiana and the ability to work in a fast-paced hospital setting in the United States. Key responsibilities include assessing patient conditions, implementing care plans, administering medications, educating patients and families, and collaborating

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.

Skills

Nursing

Patient care

Communication

Job description

Day (United States of America) Department: 100 - 620000 TG - Surgery 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:

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