Registered Nurse | Community Health Center

Odyssey House Louisiana•New Orleans, LA

About The Position

Odyssey House Louisiana, Inc. is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse for its Community Health Center. This full-time, grant-funded position is supported by the Hepatitis C Elimination Initiative Pilot and provides and coordinates care for participants in the agency’s Hepatitis C (HCV) grant program within a Federally Qualified Health Center. The role includes direct clinical support, monitoring patient progress, facilitating access to HCV treatment, and educating participants about prevention, treatment options, and liver health. Reporting to the Nurse Manager, the RN develops and implements individualized care plans in collaboration with physicians, social workers, and other healthcare professionals. The RN also advocates for patients, helps them navigate barriers to treatment, supports informed health decisions, and assists them throughout their HCV care journey. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Requirements

Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary setting.
Proficiency in electronic health records.

Nice To Haves

CPR certification and first aid training.
Experience in specific areas such as emergency or critical care nursing.
Associate’s Degree in Nursing, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Nursing Diploma, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Assess patients’ conditions, monitor vital signs, administer medications and treatments, and ensure patient safety.
Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals.
Educate patients and families about health conditions, treatment options, and preventive care, and advocate for patients’ needs.
Coordinate care with physicians, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals, including smooth transitions of care.
Administer medications, including injections, IVs, and oral medications, accurately and safely.
Monitor patients’ responses to treatment, assess progress, and adjust care plans as needed.
Prepare to respond to emergencies by providing immediate care and support to patients in critical situations.
Stay current on healthcare advancements, participate in continuing education, and maintain professional certifications.
Document pertinent health-related information in patient charts routinely and according to nursing standards of practice.
Complete applicable incident reports before the end of the scheduled shift.
Maintain HIPAA guidelines.
Perform other duties as assigned.