RN Staff - Surgery (Cardiovascular Team)

St. Tammany Parish Hospital; Covington (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System is seeking a Perioperative RN to care for patients undergoing operative and invasive procedures. You will plan and direct care, and supervise the surgical team to ensure patient safety and quality outcomes.

The role requires 40 scheduled hours per week with a Monday–Friday 10:30 am–7 pm shift; heart call is required. NLN-accredited nursing program graduate, LA RN license, BLS/ALS, and CNOR preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an NLN-accredited school of nursing.
• Current Louisiana RN license.
• BLS required or obtained during orientation.
• ALS required within 6 months of hire.
• CNOR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care using the nursing process and therapeutic communication.
• Plan and direct care for patients undergoing operative or invasive procedures.
• Supervise the surgical team during perioperative care.

Skills

Cardiovascular experience

Surgery RN experience

Flexible shifts

On-call readiness

Education

NLN-accredited nursing program

LA RN license

BLS certification

ALS certification within 6 months

CNOR certification (preferred)

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: 40

Work Shift: (Monday through Friday) 10:30 am to 7 pm. Heart call required.

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. The Perioperative RN is accountable for planning & directing the care of every patient undergoing operative & invasive procedures. The Perioperative RN directs & supervises the surgical team members.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two years cardiovascular experience preferred in acute care facility.
• Graduate from a NLN accredited school of nursing; current LA RN license; BLS required or obtained during orientation; ALS required within 6 months of hire; able to work flexible shifts and take call according to unit specific standards. Current BLS and ALS (Advanced Life Support) certifications 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.
• One year Surgery RN experience required but minimum of two years’ Surgery RN experience preferred. Acute Care facility, surgery experience preferred. CNOR Certification preferred.
• The Perioperative RN must be available in-house within 30 minutes when on call.

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

Contact Information

Jennifer Saint, HR Talent Partner

Talent Acquisition - Human Resources

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.