Registered Nurse - Telemetry 2 (Nights)

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System Inc; Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System Inc is seeking a Registered Nurse in Monroe, Louisiana to provide professional nursing care for patients. The role includes responsibilities like conducting patient assessments, formulating care plans, advocating for patient rights, and documenting care accurately. Candidates must be graduates of an accredited nursing school and hold a current Louisiana RN license and BLS certification. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Proficient in English, both verbal and written.
• Current RN license and BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient psychosocial and physiologic assessments.
• Formulate patient care plans based on assessments.
• Actively participate in transitional health care planning.
• Respond to changes in patient needs with holistic care.
• Document all patient care activities accurately.
• Advocate for patient rights and resolve conflicts.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Patient advocacy

Effective communication

Leadership

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Current Louisiana State license as RN

BLS certification

Job description

The Registered Nurse is responsible for providing professional nursing for patients following established standards and practices. Assists physicians and staff with the daily coordination of patient care and patient access. Coordinates patient flow, schedules appointments, procedures, tests and referrals. May serve as preceptor for clinical staff. Relies on experience and judgment to accomplish responsibilities. Works under minimal supervision. Creativity is expected to perform job. May lead and direct the work of others within scope of practice.

Responsibilities

• Patient psychosocial/physiologic assessments that integrate changing data are performed at all times.
• A plan of care based on trends of similar patients, including patient education and discharge planning is formulated; tailoring and prioritizing caring practice to individual needs, including cultural/ethical/spiritual needs at all times.
• Active participation in the planning of routine transitional health care needs (e.g., treatment options, patient placement options, end‑of‑life options) is provided at all times.
• Changes in patient’s needs are immediately responded to and holistic care provided using independent clinical judgment based on knowledge drawn from education and experience at all times.
• Planned educational programs and information are adapted to individual patients and family by modifying teaching strategies or content and integrating this education during the delivery of patient care as evidenced by collaboration with patients/families to identify realistic desired outcomes.
• Efficiency in the delivery of care is ensured; immediate priorities are determined and solutions for problems offered as needed.
• Actively advocates for patient rights and identifies potential conflict; counsel for resolution of conflict is sought as necessary.
• Variances from expected outcomes are identified and revisions in the plan of care made based on patient outcomes as necessary.
• All patient care activities are accurately documented per documentation standards; assistance is provided to the healthcare team with the documentation process as needed.
• Communication/collaboration with the health care team members, patients, and families is consistently provided to maximize patient outcomes at all times.
• Patient care activities are appropriately delegated to other health care team members and participate in making and revising staff assignments to achieve maximum productivity as needed.
• Knowledge regarding unit initiatives is maintained, as evidenced by the incorporation of the outcomes of the team/committee’s work into practice.
• Actively participates on unit teams, workgroups and/or committees as requested; anticipates needs and voluntarily assists others.
• Acts as a mentor and preceptor, displays leadership behaviors, and provides direction and guidance to others regarding practice as needed.
• Actively participates in quality improvement initiatives by utilizing standards, guidelines, and pathways for care delivery.
• Evidence‑based practice and research findings are incorporated into nursing practice to enhance outcomes at all times.
• Other duties as assigned are completed.
• Actively participates on committees as needed.
• Acts as a backup for others in the department as needed.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Proficient in the English language, verbal and written communication skills, and computer skills.
• Current Louisiana State license as RN and BLS certification.