RN - Cardio Intermediate Care Unit M8 PRN

100 LCMC Health; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

100 LCMC Health is seeking an experienced nurse to take the lead in patient care management. This role involves prioritizing and coordinating all care touchpoints while ensuring continuity of care and communication across the care team.

The ideal candidate will hold a valid nursing license in Louisiana along with BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications. Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, engaging patients, and advocating for a safe environment. Variable hours apply for this position.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current nursing license to practice in Louisiana.
• Must have current American Heart Association BLS certification.
• Must have current ACLS and PALS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate care touchpoints for patients.
• Monitor vital signs and life support technology.
• Engage with patients and families about care concerns.
• Ensure continuity of care and effective throughput.

Skills

Critical care experience

Ability to work around the clock

Patient engagement

Education

Current nursing license in Louisiana

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Job description

Responsibilities

• Take the lead: prioritizing, coordinating, and delegating all care touchpoints for your patients.
• Evaluate vital signs according to standards of care and monitor life support measures such as advanced heart and respiratory technology.
• Apply knowledge of complex patient conditions including psycho/social needs.
• Maintain and advocate a safe environment for everyone.
• Monitor and engage with your patients, families, and appropriate care team members immediately concerning significant events, patient condition changes, or patient questions and concerns.
• Prevent and treat wounds.
• Monitor and execute Joint Commission infection control and environment of care requirements.
• Ensure continuity of care, efficient throughput, consistent communications, and an exceptional experience for every patient.
• Collaborate and consult with nursing supervisor.
• Collaborate to identify and meet overall needs of patient care or when unable to complete assignments or perform tasks promptly, effectively, or safely.
• Initiate patient and family education using appropriate resources and continuum of care services.
• Contribute to the team by assisting others without being asked.

Qualifications

• Current nursing license to practice in Louisiana as defined by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
• Current ACLS and PALS certifications.
• Experience in critical care, ability to work around the clock.

Work Shift

Variable Hours.

EEO Statement

LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.