RN - Assessment Center - Nights - Part-time

About the role

The Assessment Center is the designated Emergency Department for the hospital. While functioning as a point of entry for the hospital, we treat a diverse patient population. Primarily, we support the obstetrical patient throughout all stages of their pregnancy. We assess and treat the following in our obstetrical population; labor, hypertension, diabetes, hyperemesis, preterm complications, fetal surveillance as well as early pregnancy complications. We also treat the gynecological, sexual assault, bariatric, oncology and medical/surgical patient. On occasion, we may receive patients who require a higher level of care and we will treat, stabilize and transfer as appropriate.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of registered nursing is required
• Current licensure by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing is required
• Emergency Room or Obstetric experience highly preferred
• Relevant Certifications preferred

Responsibilities

• Assesses, monitors and evaluates patient status by observing the patient, noting data collected by other team members and analyzing this information to independently develop a plan of nursing care.
• Develops a detailed plan of care, which includes patient / family education, based on initial and on-going assessment findings to optimize patient outcomes.
• Communicates with patients, families, subordinate staff and peers to ensure that plans and associated interventions are understood, operationalized and revised, as appropriate to the patient’s age, culture, condition, and unique needs/circumstances.
• Evaluates patient response to treatment and nursing interventions and if needed, revises the plan of care.
• Establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with physicians and other health care providers to achieve desired patient outcomes throughout the continuum of care.
• Maintains patient progress and prepares patient for discharge, utilizing established clinical pathways.
• Directs/coordinates nursing care in accordance with professional nursing practice standards.
• Performs other duties assigned by Department management according to policies and procedures and the mission of Woman's Hospital.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $30.49 - $48.78 plus applicable shift differentials

Benefits: Commensurate with experience