RN Staff/Admit Nurse - Hospice
At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. We are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain—a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.
About the Role
Responsible and accountable for a group of patients during a designated time frame and providing care via therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment/instrumentation, and other health care team members. Supervises the activities of Licensed Practical Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants. Service area includes West St. Tammany and Washington parishes. On-call rotation. Mileage is reimbursed.
Schedule
- 24 scheduled weekly hours
- 3 weekdays per week, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Requirements
- Current RN License with the Louisiana State Board of Nursing by an Accredited Institution with no restrictions
- Minimum 1 year clinical experience in acute care or other inpatient nursing experience required for Home Health
- Current BLS certifications through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses (e.g., Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, American Red Cross). The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off
- Proficient I.V. skills
- Valid and current state-issued driver’s license
- Must maintain and provide proof of automobile insurance (at own expense) meeting at least the minimum liability coverage limits required by the state of residence
- Must be able to drive a hospital-owned vehicle and/or a personally owned vehicle to perform essential job duties
Preferred Qualifications
- Home Health or Hospice experience
- Proficient computer skills
Physical Demands
- Must possess good physical health
- Standing, sitting, or walking for long periods of time
- Lifting at least 20 pounds
- Moderate level of noise in the work environment
Physical effort required:
- Constant (67%–100%): handling/feeling, talking, hearing, seeing
- Frequently (34%–66%): lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, stooping, crouching, reaching
- Occasionally (1%–33%): climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), balancing, crawling