Registered Nurse (RN) - Endoscopy/Pain Management

LCMC Health•Marrero, LA

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides hands-on nursing care in the Endoscopy/Pain Management area. The role coordinates and delegates patient care, collaborates with multidisciplinary team members, advocates for a safe care environment, monitors patients and communicates with families and the care team, prevents and treats wounds, and supports infection control and continuity of care. The nurse also provides patient and family education, consults with a supervisor when assignments cannot be completed safely or effectively, and supports colleagues. The schedule is 6:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., Monday through Friday, with call.

Requirements

Current nursing license to practice in Louisiana, as defined by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing.
Current American Heart Association BLS certification.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of experience in a related area.

Responsibilities

Prioritize, coordinate, and delegate patient care.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to ensure appropriate direct patient care.
Maintain and advocate for a safe environment.
Monitor patients and engage with patients, families, and appropriate care team members about significant events, changes in patient condition, questions, and concerns.
Prevent and treat wounds.
Monitor and execute Joint Commission infection control and environment of care requirements.
Ensure continuity of care, efficient throughput, consistent communications, and an exceptional patient experience.
Consult with a supervisor when unable to complete assignments or perform tasks promptly, effectively, or safely.
Initiate patient and family education using appropriate resources and continuum-of-care services.
Assist other team members without being asked.