Surgery RN (Weekends Only)

St. Tammany Health System; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA, is seeking a Perioperative Registered Nurse to provide care for patients undergoing operative and invasive procedures. The role directs the surgical team and manages patient care within the perioperative environment.

The WOW - Weekend Only Work schedule requires five of six weekends, with on-call availability within 30 minutes. 32-hour weekly schedule, shift Fri 6:15-2:45, Sat-Sun 6:15-6:45, with holiday call as needed.

Qualifications

• Graduate from NLN accredited nursing program.
• Louisiana RN license and current BLS/ALS certifications.
• Must be able to work flexible shifts and take call as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to a group of patients during designated times using nursing processes.
• Plan and direct care for patients undergoing operative or invasive procedures.
• Supervise and direct surgical team members during perioperative care.

Skills

RN license

BLS

ALS

Flexibility

Education

NLN accredited 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. 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: 32

Work Shift:

WOW - (Friday) 6:15 to 2:45pm, (Saturday and Sunday) 6:15 to 6:45pm, one Holiday call required if it lands on one of these days.

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:

Graduate from NLN accredited school of nursing; current Louisiana RN license and 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. Able to work flexible shifts and take call according to unit specific standards.

This is a WOW - Weekend Only Work - position which requires a minimum of five (5) out of six (6) consecutive weekends. Employee will be paid for hours worked, plus shift and WOW differentials.

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

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values.

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.