Registered Nurse 2 (WAE)
About The Position
East Louisiana Mental Health System (ELMHS) is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Registered Nurse 2 to work within the Nursing or SFF Departments in Jackson, Louisiana. ELMHS provides mental health evaluation, treatment, habilitation, and consultation for adults through programs that include inpatient interventions, jail-based evaluations, supervised group home and residential programs, forensic evaluation and care, custody and aftercare, and coordinated intermediate and long-term psychiatric care. The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care and develops nursing plans of care for patients on the assigned unit. The position is designated WAE and may not exceed 1,245 hours in a 12-month period. The position qualifies for shift differentials, with rates varying according to shift time, day of the week, and holidays.
Requirements
- Hold a current Louisiana Registered Nurse license, a temporary permit, or a multistate license issued by a Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC/eNLC) state to practice as a registered nurse.
- Meet at least one of the following: one year of experience as a licensed registered nurse; a bachelor's degree in nursing; or a master's degree in nursing or public health.
Responsibilities
- Assist physicians with patient examinations and record patient data according to policy and procedure.
- Prepare and administer medications, as ordered by physicians, for medical and psychiatric needs.
- Assist other professional personnel in developing and maintaining a therapeutic environment and improving patient care.
- Review medications and supplies stored in the medicine room for expiration dates.
- Count and document controlled drugs with the incoming shift and account for their use during the shift.
- Disinfect and clean surfaces and equipment in the medicine and examination rooms to meet infection-control standards.
- Initiate or respond to hospital codes and provide nursing assistance appropriate to code situations.
- Assist with or conduct patient care groups led by staff.
- Monitor patient accountability sheets and make unit rounds every two hours to ensure patient observation is maintained according to policy and procedure.
- Communicate verbally and in writing with pharmacy and central supply personnel.
- Maintain open and accurate communication with department personnel.
- Report incidents, accidents, or injuries to a supervisor and document them on appropriate forms.
- Immediately report patient abuse or neglect and ensure patient safety.
Benefits
- Shift differentials, with rates varying based on shift time, day of the week, and holidays.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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