RN Staff - Full Time - Pediatric ER (Night Shift)

St. Tammany Health System; Covington (LA); In loco; USD 65.000 - 85.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

St. Tammany Health System is seeking a Registered Nurse to coordinate clinical activities in the Pediatric Emergency Department. The role includes supervising nursing staff and ensuring care quality, with a 36-hour work week and a night shift from 7pm to 7am.

Ideal candidates have an LA RN license, board certification, and complete BLS, PALS, NRP, and ALS within 90 days of hire. The hospital emphasizes compassionate care and community-focused service.

Competenze

• Successfully completed Board Certified Nursing Program.
• Current LA RN licensure.
• BLS required upon hire, PALS, NRP, and ALS required within 90 days of hire.

Mansioni

• Coordinate clinical activities for the Pediatric Emergency Department patient, using nursing process to organize, plan, implement, evaluate and provide care.
• Supervise Licensed Practical Nurses, Unit Assistants and Certified Nursing Assistants.
• Float to Pediatric Acute Unit as needed and adhere to hospital policies and nursing standards.

Formazione

Board Certified Nursing Program

LA RN licensure

BLS certification

PALS certification

NRP certification

ALS certification

Descrizione del lavoro

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

Job Description And Position Requirements

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36

Work Shift: 7pm-7am

Summary of the Job:

The Registered Nurse is responsible for the coordination of clinical activities for the Pediatric Emergency Department patient. Activities include, but are not limited to, use of the nursing process in the utilization of skills in organization, planning, implementing, evaluating, and providing care as it relates to the specific needs of the patient. Registered Nurses also supervise the activities of Licensed Practical Nurses, Unit Assistants and Certified Nursing Assistants. Registered Nurses work within the framework of the State Nurse Practice Act and follow hospital policies and procedures. The Registered Nurse also complies with hospital and nursing standards in the performance of job duties and responsibilities. The Registered Nurse will support the goals and objectives of the department and of the hospital. Nursing staff within Children’s Services areas are required to float to Pediatric Acute Unit as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

Successfully completed Board Certified Nursing Program. Current LA RN licensure. BLS required upon hire, PALS, NRP, and ALS required within 90 days of hire. Certifications may be through any International Liaison Committee on resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association and American Red Cross. The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off.

Preferred Qualifications:

One year of experience in an acute Pediatric Emergency Department preferred.

Physical Demands:

Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 50 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.

Physical Effort required:

• Constant (67%-100%) - seeing
• Frequently (34%-66%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling/feeling, talking, hearing
• Occasionally (1%-33%) - climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), stooping, crouching

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.