RN Staff Per Diem - Emergency Care Services (Night Shift)

St. Tammany Parish Hospital; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Parish Hospital in Covington, Louisiana is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide care and supervision to patients. The ideal candidate will hold a Louisiana RN license and have current BLS, ALS, and PALS certifications. Responsibilities include supervising nursing staff and managing patient care. The position requires good physical health and the ability to perform various physical tasks. Enjoy working in a peaceful community with strong support for healthcare professionals.

Qualifications

• Successfully completed Board Certified Nursing Program.
• Current LA RN licensure required.
• Current BLS, ALS, and PALS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for a group of patients during designated time.
• Supervises the activities of nursing staff.
• Provides care via the nursing process.

Skills

Board Certified Nursing Program

BLS Certification

ALS Certification

PALS Certification

Supervision

Education

Current LA RN licensure

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.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: TBD**Work Shift: 7pm - 7am****Summary of the Job:** Responsible and accountable for a group of patients during a designated time frame and to provide care to these patients via therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment/instrumentation, and other health care team members. Supervises the activities of Licensed Practical Nurses, Unit Assistants, Monitor Technicians, Certified Nursing Assistance, Nurse Technicians, unit clerks and Paramedic technicians. **Minimum Qualifications:*** Successfully completed Board Certified Nursing Program.* Current LA RN licensure.* Current BLS, ALS, and PALS certifications (ALS/PALS within 6 months of hire) 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 acute Emergency Department experience 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 20 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**Contact Information:**Ashley Sierra, HR Talent PartnerTalent Acquisition - Human [e-mail] | (985) 8984000### **EMPLOYMENT**Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found , before applying for employment. 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.