RN - Pre/Post-Op Care (New Outpatient Cardiology Center)

St. Tammany Parish Hospital • Covington, LA

33d

About The Position

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system. We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste. JOB SUMMARY: Responsible and accountable for a group of patients during a designated time frame and to provide care to these patients via therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment/instrumentation, and other health care team members. This group of patients are those undergoing diagnostic and interventional procedures related to cardiology. These RNs may supervise the activities of Licensed Practical Nurses, Unit Assistants, Monitor Technicians, Certified Nursing Assistance, Nurse Technicians and Unit Clerks. The Pre/Post procedure Care RN is accountable for planning and directing the pre-operative and post-operative care of every patient undergoing non-invasive & invasive procedures.

Requirements

• Current LA RN Licensure.
• Current BLS and ALS certifications through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross. The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off.
• Must possess good physical health.
• Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time.
• Lifting at least 20 pounds is required.
• Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.

Responsibilities

• Responsible and accountable for a group of patients during a designated time frame
• Provide care to patients via therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment/instrumentation, and other health care team members.
• Supervise the activities of Licensed Practical Nurses, Unit Assistants, Monitor Technicians, Certified Nursing Assistance, Nurse Technicians and Unit Clerks.
• Accountable for planning and directing the pre-operative and post-operative care of every patient undergoing non-invasive & invasive procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed