RN- One Day Surgery FT

LCMC Health•New Orleans, LA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is in a fast-paced Same Day Surgery environment where the nurse is the go-to voice for patient care before, during, and after surgery. The position requires expert nursing skills, critical thinking, action, and timely communication. The nurse acts as a bridge between patients, doctors, families, and all touchpoints of care, aiming to leave a positive impact during the patient's short surgical journey. The role involves preparing and educating patients for home recovery, making a lifelong connection during a single shift.

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 ACLS and PALS certifications.
2 years RN flex experience.

Nice To Haves

BSN
1-year related experience

Responsibilities

Provide patient care before and after surgery, review patient history, set-up IVs, and monitor vital signs.
Educate and prepare patients and their families on home care after discharge.
Perform required clinical documentation and pre- and post-operative assessments.
Monitor patient after surgery for pain and/or complications and the surgery site for healing or infection following Joint Commission infection control and environment of care requirements.
Perform CPR or other emergency measures if required.
Collaborate to identify and meet the overall needs of patient care or when unable to complete assignments or perform tasks promptly, effectively, or safely.
Maintain and advocate a safe environment for everyone.
Ensure continuity of care, efficient throughput, consistent communications, and an exceptional experience for every patient.
Initiate patient and family education on the operation and post-operation care as required.

Benefits

LCMC Health is a community.
Our people make health happen.
Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a "come on in" attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health’s culture of everyday extraordinary.
Touro, at the forefront of medical excellence within LCMC Health’s incredible community of care, has been regionally recognized for 165 years as one of New Orleans' most enduring healthcare monuments.
It’s where babies come from and New Orleanians are cared for.
Learn more about Touro and our Leapfrog “Grade A” Hospital Safety distinction
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.