RN Acute Trauma PRN NT

LCMC Health • New Orleans, LA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Med-Surg nursing is the backbone of every hospital. This role requires unwavering passion, mental toughness, empathy, compassion, and strong nursing skills. The position is hands-on and diverse, offering a dynamic environment with a wide range of nursing skills and no dull moments. The nurse will be on the front line of care, getting to know patients as individuals and attending to all their needs, from medical requirements to family requests.

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

• Deliver healthcare with heart.
• Give people a reason to smile.
• Put a little love in your work.
• Be honest and real, but with compassion.
• Bring some lagniappe into everything you do.
• Think one-of-a-kind care.
• See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective.
• Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other.
• Love what makes you, you.

Responsibilities

• Prioritizing, coordinating, and delegating all care touchpoints for patients.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary team members to ensure appropriate direct patient care.
• Maintaining and advocating for a safe environment for everyone.
• Monitoring and engaging with patients, families, and care team members concerning significant events, patient condition changes, or patient questions and concerns.
• Preventing and treating wounds.
• Monitoring and executing Joint Commission infection control and environment of care requirements.
• Ensuring continuity of care, efficient throughput, consistent communications, and an exceptional patient experience.
• Advising and consulting with supervisor when unable to complete assignments or perform tasks promptly, effectively, or safely.
• Initiating patient and family education using appropriate resources and continuum of care services.
• Assisting others without being asked to contribute to the team.

Benefits

• LCMC Health is a community.
• Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little “come on in” attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health’s culture of everyday extraordinary.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed