RN - MedSurg

EGA Associates, LLC; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

EGA Associates, LLC in the United States is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) in the Medical-Surgical department. The role requires an active RN license and at least 18 months of specialty care experience within the last five years.

Strong clinical skills, EMR documentation proficiency, and teamwork are essential. Responsibilities include patient safety, comprehensive assessments, IV therapy, wound care, and coordination of care with interdisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Current and valid RN license in any state.
• 18 months experience in specialty care area within past 5 years.
• Demonstrated clinical competency in acute and long-term care settings.
• Proficiency in electronic medical record documentation ( trainings on VA systems provided during orientation).
• Ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong communication and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain confidentiality of patient/resident information.
• Ensure a safe care environment in compliance with Joint Commission, VA regulations, and other oversight bodies.
• Adhere to protocols for medication administration, discharge processes, restraint usage, hazardous waste disposal, and patient/family education.
• Conduct comprehensive health assessments and develop interdisciplinary care plans.
• Monitor and respond to changes in patient/resident conditions.
• Document all relevant data in the electronic medical record.
• Complete nursing assessments within required timeframes.
• Address emotional and spiritual needs of patients/residents and families.
• Update care plans and communicate changes to the assigned physician.
• Report any incidents of abuse immediately to the Nurse Manager or designated leadership.
• Perform head-to-toe assessments.
• Insert and manage IV lines (peripheral, central, PICC).
• Administer medications, including IV therapies.
• Coordinate admissions and discharges.
• Measure and monitor vital signs, including pain and pulse oximetry.
• Conduct wound care and dressing changes; obtain wound cultures.
• Collect and deliver lab specimens.
• Provide tracheostomy and non-acute ventilator care.
• Perform suctioning (oral, nasogastric, tracheostomy, including deep suction).
• Administer tube feedings and manage urinary/bowel elimination.
• Educate patients/residents and families on diagnoses and medications.
• Respond to emergency situations.
• Provide clinical oversight to LPNs, Nursing Assistants, and Health Technicians.
• Conduct one-to-one and virtual patient observation.
• Perform capillary blood glucose testing and monitoring.
• Prepare patients for surgical procedures, monitor post-operative patients, perform dressing changes.
• Manage patients with multiple comorbidities, IV therapies, transfusions, electrolyte replacements.
• Coordinate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and teams for continuity of care.
• Facilitate discharge planning and patient education for recovery at home.
• Operate and troubleshoot infusion pumps, wound vacs, telemetry monitors.
• Perform central line care, chest tube management, nasogastric tube insertion.
• Provide education on procedures, recovery, medications, lifestyle modifications.

Skills

RN license

Clinical competency

EMR documentation

Team collaboration

Communication

Critical thinking

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Future Opportunity!

Registered Nurse (RN)

Departments: Medical Surgical

Qualifications:

• Current and valid RN license in any state.
• 18 months experience in specialty care area (within the past 5 years)
• Demonstrated clinical competency in acute and long-term care settings.
• Proficiency in electronic medical record documentation.
  • (Trainings on VA systems will be provided during 2-day orientation prior to official start.)
• Ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong communication and critical thinking skills.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Patient/Resident Safety & Confidentiality

• Maintain confidentiality of patient/resident information.
• Ensure a safe care environment in compliance with The Joint Commission, VA regulations, and other oversight bodies.
• Adhere to protocols for medication administration, discharge processes, restraint usage, hazardous waste disposal, and patient/family education.

2. Patient/Resident-Centered Care

• Conduct comprehensive health assessments and develop interdisciplinary care plans.
• Monitor and respond to changes in patient/resident conditions.
• Document all relevant data in the electronic medical record.
• Complete nursing assessments within required timeframes.
• Address emotional and spiritual needs of patients/residents and families.
• Update care plans and communicate changes to the assigned physician.
• Report any incidents of abuse immediately to the Nurse Manager or designated leadership.

3. Clinical Duties

• Perform head-to-toe assessments.
• Insert and manage IV lines, including peripheral, central, and PICC lines.
• Administer medications, including IV therapies.
• Coordinate admissions and discharges.
• Measure and monitor vital signs, including pain and pulse oximetry.
• Conduct wound care and dressing changes; obtain wound cultures.
• Collect and deliver lab specimens.
• Provide tracheostomy and non-acute ventilator care.
• Perform oral, nasogastric, and tracheostomy suctioning, including deep suctioning.
• Administer tube feedings and manage urinary/bowel elimination needs.
• Educate patients/residents and families on diagnoses and medications.
• Respond to emergency situations.
• Provide clinical oversight to LPNs, Nursing Assistants, and Health Technicians.
• Conduct one-to-one and virtual patient observation.
• Perform capillary blood glucose testing and monitoring.

Medical-Surgical RN Specialty Responsibilities

Medical-Surgical RNs provide care for patients with complex medical conditions and surgical needs. Additional responsibilities include:

• Pre- and Post-Operative Care
  • Prepare patients for surgical procedures, including education and consent verification.
  • Monitor post-operative patients for complications and ensure pain management protocols are followed.
  • Perform surgical site assessments and dressing changes.
• Complex Patient Management
  • Manage patients with multiple comorbidities and varying acuity levels.
  • Administer and monitor IV therapies, blood transfusions, and electrolyte replacements.
  • Perform frequent assessments to detect early signs of deterioration and intervene promptly.
• Coordination of Care
  • Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care.
  • Facilitate discharge planning and patient education for recovery and self-care at home.
• Technical Skills
  • Operate and troubleshoot medical-surgical equipment such as infusion pumps, wound vacs, and telemetry monitors.
  • Perform advanced procedures including central line care, chest tube management, and nasogastric tube insertion.
• Patient Education
  • Provide education on surgical procedures, recovery expectations, medication regimens, and lifestyle modifications.
  • Support patients and families in understanding complex diagnoses and treatment plans.

EEO Statement

EGA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, national origin or ancestry, religion (including Executive Order 13899 protection against anti-Semitism), age (40 and over), sex (including gender identity, transgender status, and sexual orientation), parental status (including limitations related to pregnancy, lactation, childbirth, or related medical conditions), political affiliation, citizenship status, genetic information (including family medical history, genetic testing and services, and genetic characteristics), disability (physical or mental), veteran status or military service history or status, or any other non-merit-based characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications.

This is an anticipated opportunity. EGA is currently identifying qualified candidates in support of a potential future contract. The position is contingent upon contract award, client approval, funding availability, and successful completion of all applicable screening, credentialing, and onboarding requirements.

ADA Compliance

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of EGA Associates, LLC to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship.