RN - Med/Surg FT nights

Baton Rouge General Medical Center; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits for you and the

Professional development and support

Paid time off and flexible positions

Fit! program

Job summary

Baton Rouge General is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to coordinate patient care across assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation in collaboration with patients, families, physicians, and support services.

The role emphasizes accurate data collection, nursing diagnoses, care plan development, timely interventions, and diligent documentation to support discharge planning and ongoing patient education.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, team-oriented RN with a strong initiative and attention to detail.
• Experience in nursing (1 year preferred).
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current Louisiana RN licensure required.
• Proficient in patient assessment, care planning, intervention, evaluation, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Strong documentation, communication, and patient education skills.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care by integrating assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation in collaboration with patients, families, physicians, and support services.
• Collect and prioritize health data for physical and psychosocial assessments, involving patients and relevant parties.
• Identify nursing diagnoses and expected outcomes based on assessments, prioritizing by patient condition.
• Develop and document individualized plans of care in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
• Implement interventions aligned with the care plan, ensuring timely treatments, medications, and education.
• Delegate tasks appropriately while maintaining oversight and accountability.
• Reassess patient condition regularly, updating care plans and evaluating treatment effectiveness.
• Maintain documentation for assessments, interventions, and education provided.
• Contribute to discharge planning and coordinate with support services.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Compassionate RN

Team-based

Attention to detail

Patient assessment

Care planning

Collaboration

Documentation

Patient education

HIPAA knowledge

Education

Nursing degree

Louisiana RN licensure

Job description

• Are you passionate about coordinating compassionate care that improves lives every day?
• Are you passionate about coordinating compassionate care that improves lives every day?

What We're Looking For

• Compassionate, team-oriented RN with a strong initiative and attention to detail
• Experience in nursing (1 year preferred)
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Current Louisiana RN licensure required
• Proficient in patient assessment, care planning, intervention, evaluation, and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Strong documentation, communication, and patient education skills
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and safety protocols

Why You'll Love Working With Us

At Baton Rouge General our patients aren't the only people we take care of; we take care of our team too. We are proud to offer our employees the benefits and resources they need to be their best selves at work and at home.

• A comprehensive benefits program for you and your family
• Professional development and support
• Various employee perks include generous paid time off, flexible positions, and our Baton Rouge General Fit! program
• We are a nationally and locally recognized leader in quality and ranked one of the best healthcare employers in the state

What You Will Do

Coordinate patient care by integrating assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation in collaboration with patients, families, physicians, and support services.

• Collect and prioritize health data for physical and psychosocial assessments, involving patients and relevant parties
• Identify nursing diagnoses and expected outcomes based on assessments, prioritizing by patient condition
• Develop and document individualized plans of care in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams
• Implement interventions aligned with the care plan, ensuring timely treatments, medications, and education
• Delegate tasks appropriately while maintaining oversight and accountability
• Reassess patient condition regularly, updating care plans and evaluating treatment effectiveness
• Maintain documentation for assessments, interventions, and education provided
• Contribute to discharge planning and coordinate with support services
• Perform other duties as assigned

What Sets BRG Apart

At Baton Rouge General, we are a community of compassionate, caring individuals who set the bar when it comes to healthcare excellence. Our mission is to preserve and restore health, one person at a time. From clinical to non-clinical – what you do here matters. With over 600 licensed beds between three campuses, Baton Rouge General offers the full spectrum of care from delivering newborns to providing end of life support through hospice. With clinics located throughout Baton Rouge and the surrounding areas, our physician group provides patients with comprehensive care and a full suite of specialties, including internal and family medicine and specialty care.

Ready to be part of a team that values your skills and dedication?