WEEKEND REGISTERED NURSE (RN) - TELEMETRY NORTH

North Oaks Health System; Hammond (LA); Sur place; USD 55 000 - 69 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

North Oaks Health System is seeking a Weekend Registered Nurse (RN) for Telemetry North in Hammond, LA. The RN will provide high-quality nursing care in the telemetry unit, supporting patient assessments, treatments, and collaboration with the healthcare team.

The role requires graduation from an accredited nursing program and active RN licensure in the state. BLS/ACLS certifications are expected and maintained as required by NOMC standards.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Currently licensed by the State Board of Nurse Examiners.
• Maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) and/or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications as required.

Responsabilités

• Insure the maintenance of quality patient care.
• Administer medications as ordered by the physician.
• Document patient responses to medications and procedures.
• Monitor patients receiving IV or conscious sedation as per policy.

Connaissances

Nursing license

BLS/ACLS

Formation

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Description du poste

WEEKEND REGISTERED NURSE (RN) - TELEMETRY NORTH - 13566

US:LA:Hammond | Nursing | Full Time

Posted 2 weeks ago

Description

Status: Full Time

Exempt: No

Summary:

The Registered Nurse atNorthOaksMedicalCenteris primarily responsible for his/her patients. They shall possess the qualities most exemplary of the nursing profession. These qualities include compassion, empathy, accountability, honesty, together with the knowledge and skills they have learned within their nursing education. The Registered Nurse shall adhere to the Standards of Practice of NOMC.

The registered nurse is a member of the health care team and is responsible for providing quality nursing care utilizing NOMC standards of care. Will uphold the philosophy and objectives of Nursing Service. Is a resource person for other members of the health care team. Responsible for patient care. Will utilize effective communication between personnel, physicians, other hospital departments, patients and families.

Other information:

A. Experience, Knowledge and Skill

• 1. Previous Experience Required:
• 2. Specialized or Technical Education Required:
• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing, and be currently licensed by the State Board of Nurse Examiners. Membership in a professional organization is encouraged.
• 3. Manual or Physical Skill Required:
• 4. Physical Effort Required:
• Must possess good physical health. Required to stand for long periods of time. Lifting and transporting of patients is required. Motor coordination and manual dexterity are necessary.
• Strength: Medium Push: Occasionally Pull: Occasionally
• Carry: Occasionally Lift: Occasionally Sit: Occasionally
• Stand: Frequently Walk: Frequently

Responsibilities

• 1. Insure the maintenance of quality patient care.
• A. Utilize nursing process (assess, plan, implement and evaluate) for each patient on an individual basis.
• B. Assist with QA audits.
• C. Administer medications as ordered by the physician.
• D. Document patient response to medication and procedure, using vital sign record, nurses’ notes, and any other form as appropriate.
• E. Monitor patient receiving I.V. conscious sedation as per policy.
• 2. Administer blood, blood components, hyperalimentation and chemotherapy.
• A. Adhere to hospital policy in regard to blood and blood components.
• B. Adhere to hospital policy for administering hyperalimentation and chemotherapy.
• 3. Adhere to policies and procedures.
• A. Responsible for adherence to hospital policies and procedures for self and personal under his/her supervision.
• B. Adhere to acceptable dress code.
• C. Report incidents and injuries.
• E. Demonstrate professional manner.
• F. Comply with attendance policy.
• G. Knowledgeable of all hospital safety codes, and perform duties during drills and actual emergencies.
• H. Report unsafe conditions and incidents.
• J. Account for narcotics.
• 4. Assist in operational functions.
• A. Assist department manager in maintenance of policies and procedures.
• B. Schedule assignments of personnel as applicable.
• 5. Maintain satisfactory communication.
• A. Promote satisfactory relationships.
• Share knowledge with others.
• A. Attend committee meetings as designated.
• B. Attend in-service programs.
• C. Maintain certification in Basic Life Support and/or Advanced Cardiac Life Support as required.
• D. Maintains knowledge of computerized systems within the health care system as needed for job performance.
• 7. Perform other duties as requested.
• 8. Follows North Oaks Health System’s Compliance Program and Federal and State Regulatory guidelines.
• 9. Adheres to the Nurse Practice Act and the Rules and Regulations of the LA State Board of Nursing.