RN- 5 North- Surgery

Terrebonne General Health System; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Terrebonne General Health System is seeking a Registered Nurse for our Surgery department in Louisiana. You will plan, implement, coordinate, and evaluate nursing care for patients, and lead in collaboration with the healthcare team to maintain professional standards.

The role emphasizes patient and family education, timely documentation, and safe care practices. Louisiana nursing license is required to practice in this facility with a focus on surgical patient care.

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; address emotional and psychosocial needs.
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams; communicate effectively.
• 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.

Job description

Day (United States of America)Department:100 - 605000 TG - 5 North - SurgeryPosition Description:The Registered Nurse plans, implements, coordinates and evaluates nursing care for patients. This role participates in patient and family teaching and provides leadership by working cooperatively with ancillary nursing personnel and other patient team members in maintaining standards for professional nursing practice in the clinical setting.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.