RN Staff Telemetry Medicine

St. Tammany Health System; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A health care organization located in Covington, Louisiana, is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Telemetry Medicine unit. This full-time position involves coordinating patient care and supervising support staff. Candidates must have a valid RN license in Louisiana and BLS certification, and be able to work 12-hour shifts. Excellent computer skills and good physical health are required.

Qualifications

• Current Louisiana RN licensure required.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts and meet holiday and weekend requirements.
• Good physical health required, including lifting at least 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate clinical activities for Medical/Surgical patients.
• Supervise Licensed Practical Nurses and other staff.
• Implement and evaluate patient care based on needs.

Skills

BLS certification

Basic EKG skills

Computer skills

Education

Board Certified Nursing Program

Job description

Join to apply for the RN Staff Telemetry Medicine role at St. Tammany Health System.

We are committed to attracting and retaining the best professionals for every position in our health system. Our facility is located in the scenic community of Covington, Louisiana.

Job Description and Position Requirements

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36
Work Shift: 7 am or 7 pm FT or PRN (as needed)

Summary of the Job

The Registered Nurse coordinates clinical activities for the Medical/Surgical patient. Responsibilities include the use of the nursing process – organization, planning, implementing, evaluating, and providing care to meet the patient’s specific needs. The RN also supervises Licensed Practical Nurses, Unit Assistants, and Certified Nursing Assistants, works within the State Nurse Practice Act and hospital policies, and supports departmental and hospital objectives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Successfully completed a Board Certified Nursing Program.
• Current Louisiana RN licensure.
• Current BLS certification from an International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) course that includes a manikin check‑off. (Courses such as those offered by Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, or American Red Cross are acceptable.)
• ALS encouraged.
• Basic EKG skills encouraged within six months of hire.
• Excellent computer skills required.
• Ability to work 12‑hour shifts and meet holiday and weekend requirements.

Physical Demands

Good physical health required, including standing, sitting, or walking for long periods. Must lift at least 50 pounds and work in a moderately noisy environment.

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

Hedda L Lacoste, HR Talent Partner
Talent Acquisition – Human Resources

Employment

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct themselves according to our mission, vision, and values. Please review these expectations before applying. If you are unable to demonstrate these 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. We are 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.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care