RN Medical Surgical

Job Summary:

We seek a highly skilled and experienced Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive nursing care on a Medical/Surgical floor in a community-owned, not-for-profit hospital. The role involves managing medical and surgical patients, with occasional pediatric cases, ensuring high-quality patient assessments, medication administration, treatment planning, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The nurse will deliver skilled nursing care in a fast-paced environment, maintaining strong communication with patients and healthcare team members. A minimum of two years of relevant experience is required.

Responsibilities:

• Perform patient assessments and monitor medical and surgical patients' conditions.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, therapists, and other nursing staff.
• Provide patient education and support to patients and their families.
• Document patient care activities accurately and timely in medical records.
• Respond to patient emergencies and provide appropriate interventions.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and Joint Commission standards.

Required Skills & Certifications:

• Active Registered Nurse license valid in the state of Louisiana.
• Minimum of two years nursing experience in hospital, home health, or hospice care.
• Proficient in clinical assessment, medication administration, and treatment planning.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field.
• Driver's license, car insurance, and reliable automobile for field work if required.

Preferred Skills & Certifications:

• Experience working with medical/surgical patients in a Joint Commission accredited hospital.
• Previous experience with pediatric patients.
• Advanced certifications or training relevant to medical-surgical nursing.

Special Considerations:

• Must be eligible to work through agencies approved by the Louisiana Department of Health Nurse Staffing Agencies List.
• Work environment includes medical and surgical patients with occasional pediatric cases.
• Compliance with all hospital and regulatory standards including Joint Commission accreditation.

Scheduling:

• Night shift schedule on a Medical/Surgical floor.
• Shift assignments based on hospital staffing needs.