RN - ER

13-week assignment in Monroe, LA (71202) – night shift, 12-hour shifts, 3× per week.

Responsibilities

• Effectively uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient care.
• Assesses learning needs and implements teaching strategies appropriate for the diverse needs of the patient, family, and other groups or disciplines.
• Communicates, delegates, and manages nursing team resources (human and fiscal) properly and serves as a leader and partner on the interdisciplinary team.
• Utilizes data, information, and knowledge to evaluate and promote change in order to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Embraces concepts and behaviors that enhance customer satisfaction and employee morale and improvement in the profession of nursing.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions, and communication style.
• Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a registered nurse.
• Current RN license in the state of practice.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Certification.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills; ability to be self-directed.
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and good interpersonal skills.

Physical and Environmental Demands

• Heavy Work – exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 25 to 50 pounds frequently, and 10 to 20 pounds constantly to move objects.
• Routine exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissue; occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases.
• Potential exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the healthcare environment.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options.