RN - Emergency Department - Night Shift - Full Time - St Charles Parish Hospital

About the role

We are seeking a leader in the provision of patient care using the nursing process within the framework of the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses and Scope & Standards of Practice. This role involves effectively delegating, directing, and assisting licensed and ancillary team members, while maintaining accountability for quality patient outcomes and demonstrating professional responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Effectively uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient care.
• Affirms learning needs and implements teaching strategies appropriate for diverse patient needs.
• Communicates, delegates, and manages nursing team resources (human and fiscal) properly, serving as a leader and partner on the interdisciplinary team.
• Utilizes data, information, and knowledge to evaluate and promote change for optimal outcomes.
• Adapts behavior to specific patient populations, ensuring respect for privacy and clear communication.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.
• Current registered nurse (RN) license in state of practice.
• Certified Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Certification within 30 days of hire.
• Certification in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 90 days of hire.
• Preferred: Certification in Clinical Specialty Area.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, and ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Good organizational and time management skills, and ability to be self-directed.
• Ability to demonstrate good judgement.
• Good interpersonal skills.