RN Observation Unit Days
LCMC Health•New Orleans, LA
•Onsite
About The Position
Med-Surg nursing is the backbone of every hospital and is not for everyone. This role requires an unwavering passion, mental toughness, a heart of gold, and strong skills. The nurse will be on the front line of care, getting to know patients as real people, and attending to every detail of their care, including medical needs, team requests, and family requests. This role demands a wide range of nursing skills and offers a dynamic work environment with "never-a-dull-moment" opportunities. The position is a hands-on, diverse nursing role.
Requirements
- Current nursing license to practice in Louisiana and 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.
- 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.
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.
- Assisting others without being asked to contribute to the team.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
