RN Same Day Surgery PRN

LCMC Health; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

LCMC Health’s Same Day Surgery unit at Lakeview Hospital in St. Tammany Parish seeks an RN to provide pre- and post-operative care in a fast-paced setting, ensuring patient safety and a positive discharge experience.

Responsibilities include reviewing history, IV setup, vitals, education for home care, accurate documentation, and monitoring for pain, complications, or infection. Collaboration with the care team is essential to maintain throughput and quality care.

Qualifications

• Current nursing license to practice in Louisiana (as defined by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing).
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
• Current ACLS and PALS certifications.
• 2 years RN flex experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care before and after surgery, review patient history, set up IVs, and monitor vital signs.
• Educate and prepare patients and families on home care after discharge.
• Perform required clinical documentation and pre- and post-operative assessments.
• Monitor patients after surgery for pain, complications and the surgical site for healing or infection.
• Initiate CPR or other emergency measures if required.
• Collaborate to identify and meet patient care needs and ensure safe, timely task completion.
• Maintain a safe environment and advocate for continuity of care and exceptional patient experience.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

RN license Louisiana

BSN (preferred)

Job description

Same Day Surgery is fast paced, but that’s why you chose it. It gets your adrenaline going and you love the team spirit environment. You like being the go‑to voice for your patients’ care before, during and after surgery. No doubt your expert nursing skills are front and center, but you also bring that extra something: critical thinking, action, and timely communication. You're the bridge between your patients, doctors, families and all the touchpoints of care. You embrace your role as a caregiver and teacher, preparing and educating your patient for home recovery and ensuring a positive impact during their short Same Day Surgery journey.

This role is based at Lakeview Hospital, the Level II trauma center in St. Tammany Parish.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care before and after surgery, review patient history, set up IVs, and monitor vital signs.
• Educate and prepare patients and their families on home care after discharge.
• Perform required clinical documentation and pre- and post-operative assessments.
• Monitor patients after surgery for pain, complications and the surgery site for healing or infection following Joint Commission infection control and environment of care requirements.
• Perform CPR or other emergency measures if required.
• Collaborate to identify and meet the overall needs of patient care or, when unable to complete assignments or perform tasks promptly, effectively or safely.
• Maintain and advocate a safe environment for everyone.
• Ensure continuity of care, efficient throughput, consistent communications, and an exceptional experience for every patient.
• Initiate patient and family education on the operation and post-operation care as required.

Minimum Requirements

• Current nursing license to practice in Louisiana and as defined by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
• Current ACLS and PALS certifications.
• 2 years RN flex experience.

Preferred Requirements

• BSN.
• 1-year related experience.

Work Shift

• Days (United States of America).

LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.