RN Limited Assignment Behavioral Health Emergency Department NT

LCMC Health•New York, NY

About The Position

Your job is more than a job. You understand the unique challenges and rewards of being a behavioral health nurse because, let’s face it, physical health is nothing without mental wellness. You know it’s not always about a cure, so you use every ounce of skill and compassion to comfort your patients struggling with diagnoses like depression, bipolar disorder, and social phobias. At the end of the day, isn’t it really about each of us as humans having a shot at living our best life with the hand we were dealt? Because you care so deeply, it’s not a 9 to 5 job to you, but a calling that doesn’t always allow you to switch off your daily experiences once the shift is over. We understand and that’s why we’ve got your back, offering health and wellness resources for nurses like you. We love that you bring everything you’ve got to this specialized nursing role. Your experiences, knowledge, skills, empathy, compassion, and your “little something extra” all add up to you. And we’re excited to get to know you and find out what you’ll bring to this compassionate nursing role. Your extras 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. Forget one-size-fits-all, 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 - because we do You are welcome here. LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Simple things make the difference. 1. To get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information. 2. To ensure quality care and service, we may use information on your application to verify your previous employment and background. 3. To keep our career applications up-to-date, applications are inactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new application for employment to be completed. 4. To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States. About LCMC Health One-of-a-kind care comes from one-of-a-kind people. At LCMC Health, our people are the magic ingredient that makes our care so extra-extraordinary. We are compassionate, driven, and dedicated to bringing a little something extra to healthcare and to the people of New Orleans and beyond. If you’re the kind of person who believes that our community deserves the best and that healthcare needs a little more heart, we want you to be a part of our family. From medical roles to administrative positions, every person on our team plays a part in our mission: to provide health, care, and education beyond extraordinary. Let’s make every day extraordinary, together.

Requirements

Current nursing license to practice in Louisiana and as defined by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing.
Enrollment in a BSN program within the first year of hire and completion within 3 years.
Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
Current CPI (level 1)
Note: A minimum of 1-year professional nursing experience is required for per diem, Flex-PRN positions.

Nice To Haves

BSN
Previous clinical experience in area of expertise.

Responsibilities

Take the lead: prioritizing, coordinating, and delegating all care touchpoints for your patients.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to ensure appropriate direct patient care.
Maintain and advocate a safe environment for everyone.
Monitor and engage with your patients, families, and appropriate care team members concerning significant events, patient condition changes, or patient 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 experience for every patient.
Advise and consult with 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.
Contribute to the team by assisting others without being asked.