RN - ICU

13-week contract position in Baton Rouge, LA (70816) on night shifts (12 hours, 3 days per week).

Responsibilities

• Adapt behavior to the specific patient population, including respect for privacy, method of introduction, adapting explanations, requesting permissions, and communication style.
• Effectively use the Nursing Process in the delivery of patient care.
• Assess learning needs and implement teaching strategies appropriate for diverse patient, family, and interdisciplinary groups.
• Communicate, delegate, and manage nursing team resources (human and fiscal) properly; serve as a leader and partner on the Interdisciplinary Team.
• Utilize data, information, and knowledge to evaluate and promote change for optimal outcomes.
• Embrace concepts and behaviors that enhance customer satisfaction, employee morale, and improvement in the nursing profession.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred).
• 2 years of experience as a Registered Nurse with ICU experience.
• Current RN License in the state of practice.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification (12-month blue card from Crisis Prevention Institute).
• EPIC documentation experience.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Demonstrated good judgment and strong interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in a clinical specialty area.

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 in a patient care area.
• Occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous medications, or hazardous waste.

Benefits

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