RN Staff - Oncology Medicine- Night Shift

St. Tammany Health System; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System is seeking a Registered Nurse in Covington, Louisiana. This role involves coordinating patient care activities on the Medical/Surgical floor, supervising junior staff, and ensuring compliance with nursing standards. Applicants must have a valid LA RN licensure and have completed a Board Certified Nursing Program. The position requires excellent computer skills and the ability to work 12-hour shifts, including weekends.

St. Tammany Health System values diversity and allows equal opportunities for employment across various backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Successfully completed Board Certified Nursing Program.
• Current LA RN licensure.
• Current BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate clinical activities for Medical/Surgical patients.
• Supervise activities of LPNs, Unit Assistants, and CNAs.
• Comply with hospital policies and nursing standards.

Skills

Current LA RN licensure

Excellent computer skills

Basic EKG

Education

Board Certified Nursing Program

Job description

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.

Job Description And Position Requirements

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36

Work Shift: 7pm - 7am

Summary of the Job

The Registered Nurse is responsible for coordinating clinical activities for the Medical/Surgical patient. Activities include, but are not limited to, the 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• Successfully completed Board Certified Nursing Program.
• Current LA RN licensure.
• Current BLS certification through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross; must include a manikin check off.
• ALS encouraged.
• Basic EKG encouraged within 6 months of hire.
• Excellent computer skills required.
• Must be able to work 12‑hour shifts, and meet holiday and weekend requirements.

Physical Demands

Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time, lifting at least 50 pounds, and working 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

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.