RN Charge Nurse Limited Benefits Acute Medicine Full-time Days

LCMC Health•New Orleans, LA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a Med-Surg nursing role that is the backbone of every hospital. It requires unwavering passion, mental toughness, a heart of gold, and strong nursing skills. The role involves being on the front line of care, getting to know patients as real people, and bringing all efforts to every patient's bedside, call light, hand hold, chart entry, medical need, team request, family request, and even the proverbial Jello request. The role demands a range of nursing skills and offers a dynamic work environment with "never-a-dull-moment". The position is hands-on and diverse.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

Prioritizing, coordinating, and delegating all care touchpoints for patients.
Collaborating with multidisciplinary team members to ensure appropriate direct patient care.
Maintaining and advocating a safe environment for everyone.
Monitoring and engaging with patients, families, and appropriate 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 experience for every patient.
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.
Contributing to the team by assisting others without being asked.