RN Staff - Full Time - Pediatric ER (Night Shift)

St. Tammany Parish Hospital • Covington, LA

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse coordinates clinical activities for patients in the Pediatric Emergency Department. The role uses the nursing process—including organization, planning, implementation, and evaluation—to provide care tailored to each patient’s needs. Registered Nurses supervise Licensed Practical Nurses, Unit Assistants, and Certified Nursing Assistants, and work in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act and hospital policies, procedures, and nursing standards. The nurse supports department and hospital goals and objectives. Nursing staff in Children’s Services areas may be required to float to the Pediatric Acute Unit as needed. The schedule is 36 hours per week, with a 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. shift.

Requirements

• Successfully completed a Board Certified Nursing Program.
• Current Louisiana RN licensure.
• BLS certification upon hire.
• PALS and ALS certifications within 90 days of hire.
• Certifications must be through an International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provider course and include a manikin check-off.
• Good physical health; able to stand, sit, or walk for long periods and lift at least 50 pounds.
• Able to work with a moderate level of noise.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience in an acute Pediatric Emergency Department.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate clinical activities for Pediatric Emergency Department patients.
• Use the nursing process to organize, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care tailored to specific needs.
• Supervise Licensed Practical Nurses, Unit Assistants, and Certified Nursing Assistants.
• Work in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act and hospital policies, procedures, and nursing standards.
• Support department and hospital goals and objectives.
• Float to the Pediatric Acute Unit as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed