RN PRN: Compassionate, Patient-Centered Care

Opelousas General Health System; Opelousas (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Opelousas General Health System in Louisiana is seeking motivated registered nurses for PRN opportunities. Nurses provide direct patient care across infant to geriatric populations using the nursing process and maintain patient records.

Responsibilities include administering intravenous medications, applying life support, advocating for patients, collaborating with physicians to devise individualized care plans, and contributing to performance improvement.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with an Associate or Bachelor degree.
• La State Board of Nursing License and CPR required; ACLS and PALS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care utilizing the nursing process.
• Documents and maintains patient records; maintain a safe environment.
• Administers IV medications and parenteral nutrition; administers blood products.
• Collaborates with physicians to devise individualized care plans.
• Acts as patient advocate and participates in performance improvement.
• Communicates pertinent data and maintains patient confidentiality.

Skills

Nursing process

Direct patient care

Life support

Patient advocacy

Team collaboration

Documentation

Effective communication

Clinical assessment

Education

Associate or Bachelor degree in Nursing

Job description

Opelousas General Health System in Louisiana is seeking motivated registered nurses for PRN opportunities. Nurses provide direct patient care across infant to geriatric populations using the nursing process and maintain patient records.

Responsibilities include administering intravenous medications, applying life support, advocating for patients, collaborating with physicians to devise individualized care plans, and contributing to performance improvement.