RN — Medical/Surgical Leader (12-Hour Shifts)

St. Tammany Health System; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System is seeking a Registered Nurse to coordinate clinical activities for Medical/Surgical patients. The role requires applying the nursing process to plan, implement, and evaluate care, and supervising LPNs, unit assistants, and CNAs.

The RN will operate under the State Nurse Practice Act and hospital policies, ensuring quality care and alignment with department and hospital goals.

Qualifications

• Board Certified Nursing Program
• Current LA RN licensure
• BLS certification required upon hire
• ACLS encouraged
• EKG basics encouraged within 6 months of hire
• Excellent computer skills required
• Must be able to work 12-hour shifts, holidays and weekends

Responsibilities

• Coordinate clinical activities for Medical/Surgical patients
• Utilize nursing process for planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care
• Supervise Licensed Practical Nurses, Unit Assistants and Certified Nursing Assistants
• Follow State Nurse Practice Act, hospital policies and procedures
• Support department and hospital goals and objectives

Skills

Excellent computer skills

Education

Board Certified Nursing Program

LA RN licensure

Job description

St. Tammany Health System is seeking a Registered Nurse to coordinate clinical activities for Medical/Surgical patients. The role requires applying the nursing process to plan, implement, and evaluate care, and supervising LPNs, unit assistants, and CNAs.

The RN will operate under the State Nurse Practice Act and hospital policies, ensuring quality care and alignment with department and hospital goals.