RN - Patient Care Leader (Full-Time)

CHRISTUS Health; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Lake Charles, LA is seeking a competent registered nurse who can practice independently in a clinical setting, applying the nursing process to assess, diagnose, plan, intervene and evaluate care for assigned patients. BSN preferred; BLS required; RN license in state or compact; 1 year of related experience preferred.

Working 7AM–7PM; full time. Responsibilities include administering medications and treatments, monitoring outcomes, documenting history and care, and educating

Qualifications

• BSN preferred
• 1 year of experience in related nursing specialty preferred
• BLS required

Responsibilities

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Provides nursing care utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention and evaluation for assigned patients.
• Addresses complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patients and families.
• Administers medications and treatments; monitors for side-effects and effectiveness.
• Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given.
• Assesses learning needs and provides education to patients, families and caregivers.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Patient education

Clinical judgment

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

CHRISTUS Health in Lake Charles, LA is seeking a competent registered nurse who can practice independently in a clinical setting, applying the nursing process to assess, diagnose, plan, intervene and evaluate care for assigned patients. BSN preferred; BLS required; RN license in state or compact; 1 year of related experience preferred.

Working 7AM–7PM; full time. Responsibilities include administering medications and treatments, monitoring outcomes, documenting history and care, and educating