Description Summary: Provides care under supervision of physician or registered nurses for clinic patients, according to established standards and practices. Performs various lab procedures when necessary and in accordance with competency. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Under the direction of the physician; performs basic patient care duties including, but not limited to, obtaining vital signs, weighing patients, and collecting specimens including phlebotomy (specific to site). Assists provider(s) in examination and treatment of patients and with procedures. Assist with patient flow through the clinic. Answers phone/records phone messages, and assists provider(s) with patient related calls. Assists in scheduling test appointment, results and pre-certification. Documents any information related to patient. Assists provider(s) with medication refills. Administers medications/immunizations according to provider order. Cleans and restocks exam rooms. Cleans equipment in accordance with policy. Orders stock supplies from supply department (specific to site maintains sterile technique and utilizes universal protocol. Performs routine clerical duties assigned, including but not limited to locating patient charts, filing and the completion of routine forms. Attends/completes required meetings and in-service training and performs other duties as assigned Requirements: CERT LPN License in state of employment or compact BLS Work Type: Full Time EEO is the law - click below for more information: We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at .<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?HCLZ37K5hc4JAFKMut9XMwt" width="0" height="0" />

**Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)**

Provides care under the supervision of a physician or registered nurses for clinic patients, according to established standards and practices. Performs various lab procedures when necessary and in accordance with competency.

**Job Description**

- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Under the direction of the physician, performs basic patient care duties including, but not limited to, obtaining vital signs, weighing patients, and collecting specimens including phlebotomy (specific to site).
- Assists provider(s) in examination and treatment of patients and with procedures.
- Assists with patient flow through the clinic.
- Answers phone/records phone messages, and assists provider(s) with patient-related calls.
- Assists in scheduling test appointments, results, and pre-certification.
- Documents any information related to patients.
- Assists provider(s) with medication refills.
- Administers medications/immunizations according to provider order.
- Cleans and restocks exam rooms.
- Cleans equipment in accordance with policy.
- Orders stock supplies from the supply department (specific to site) and maintains sterile technique while utilizing universal protocol.
- Performs routine clerical duties assigned, including but not limited to locating patient charts, filing, and the completion of routine forms.
- Attends/completes required meetings and in-service training and performs other duties as assigned.

**Requirements**

- Certified LPN License in the state of employment or compact
- BLS

**Work Type**

- Full Time

LPN, Licensed Practical Nurse Clinic - Pineville Primary Family Med (HIRING INCENTIVE AVAILABLE)

Description Introduction Do you want to join an organization that invests in you? At Rapides Regional Medical Center, you come first! HCA Healthcare is committed to the growth and development of our future nurses! The HCA Healthcare StaRN Residency Program is a year-long program designed to give you hands-on experience to help establish valuable clinical and critical thinking skills. As a Resident I Graduate Nurse you will be surrounded by a supportive community of nurse educators, experienced nurses, and fellow residents that promote learning, clinical application, and socialization, shepherding you through the transition from student nurse to registered nurse. Benefits We offer a total rewards package to support your health, life, career and retirement. Some available plans and programs include: <ul><li>Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services</li><li>Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services</li><li>Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence</li><li>Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling</li><li>Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing</li><li>Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts</li></ul> Learn more about Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for some benefits may vary by location. Job Summary and Qualifications The StaRN Residency Program at Rapides Regional Medical Center provides you with the tools necessary to succeed in today's hospital environment. This paid program will assist you with the transition out of the classroom setting through a formalized series of learning experiences, including: <ul><li>Advanced clinical training in a specialty area. </li><li>Monthly educational sessions. </li><li>Preceptorship training with a facility preceptor. </li><li>Measurement and evaluation of skills through hands-on simulations. </li><li>Mentoring from experienced nurse leaders. </li><li>Working collaboratively on an evidence-based practice project.</li></ul> The RN Resident coordinates and delivers high quality, patient-centered care in accordance with the nature and specific requirements of the department, and consistent with the scope and standards of practice for the relevant state and specialty. In collaboration with medical providers and other members of the care team, the RN Resident provides individualized, comprehensive, and compassionate care using established nursing models such as "Assess, Perform, Teach, and Manage." The RN Resident serves as an advocate for patients, families and caregivers to support an unparalleled patient experience. What will you do in this role: <ul><li>Assess patient condition during admission and during each shift as scheduled, identifying and reporting any changes in patient status. </li><li>Perform procedures, monitoring, or other functions as ordered by the medical provider(s). Document the administration of care in the patient medical record in a timely and thorough manner. </li><li>Perform the administration of prescribed medications. Monitor patient for therapeutic response. Notify provider and intervene as appropriate in the event of an unintended response to medication. </li><li>Perform exceptional care by responding promptly to patient requests. Strive to anticipate patient needs and resolve them proactively. </li><li>Teach patients, families and caregivers about patient medical condition, patient status, treatment plan, medications and possible side effects, and follow-up measures. Translates complex medical terminology to ensure complete understanding.</li></ul> What qualifications you will need: <ul><li>Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) obtained within 30 days of employment</li><li>Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) obtained within 1 year of employment</li><li>Other Certifications maybe required during employment</li><li>Associate or Bachelor's degree in Nursing</li><li>Registered Nurse License or Graduate Nurse in the State</li><li>No previous experience needed</li><li>Some travel maybe needed for training</li></ul> Rapides Regional Medical Center is a 350+ bed hospital and ER in Alexandria, Louisiana. We offer services ranging from Cancer Care to Wound Care. Our medical staff includes doctors in more than 30 medical specialties. At Rapides Regional we believe that well-defined values are the key to nurturing staff and patient satisfaction. By joining our team you contribute to the positive culture of the hospital. This culture impacts the well-being of patients and their families. It also impacts your colleagues, and your own personal job satisfaction. Learn what our commitment to patient satisfaction, service excellence and professional expertise can do for your career.HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder Would you like to unlock your potential with a leading healthcare provider dedicated to the growth and development of our colleagues? Join the Rapides Regional Medical Center family! We will provide you with the tools and resources you need to succeed in our organization. If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we promptly review all applications. Unlock the possibilities and apply today! We are an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?NF4AUcxgCAT7Qm%2blfN0AAwr" width="0" height="0" />

**Graduate Nurse - StaRN Residency Program**

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you? At Rapides Regional Medical Center, you come first! HCA Healthcare is committed to the growth and development of our future nurses!

The HCA Healthcare StaRN Residency Program is a year-long program designed to give you hands-on experience to help establish valuable clinical and critical thinking skills. As a Resident Graduate Nurse, you will be surrounded by a supportive community of nurse educators, experienced nurses, and fellow residents that promote learning, clinical application, and socialization, shepherding you through the transition from student nurse to registered nurse.

**Job Description**

- The StaRN Residency Program at Rapides Regional Medical Center provides you with the tools necessary to succeed in today's hospital environment. This paid program will assist you with the transition out of the classroom setting through a formalized series of learning experiences, including:
  - Advanced clinical training in a specialty area.
  - Monthly educational sessions.
  - Preceptorship training with a facility preceptor.
  - Measurement and evaluation of skills through hands-on simulations.
  - Mentoring from experienced nurse leaders.
  - Working collaboratively on an evidence-based practice project.

- The RN Resident coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with the nature and specific requirements of the department, and consistent with the scope and standards of practice for the relevant state and specialty. In collaboration with medical providers and other members of the care team, the RN Resident provides individualized, comprehensive, and compassionate care using established nursing models such as "Assess, Perform, Teach, and Manage." The RN Resident serves as an advocate for patients, families, and caregivers to support an unparalleled patient experience.

- What will you do in this role:
  - Assess patient condition during admission and during each shift as scheduled, identifying and reporting any changes in patient status.
  - Perform procedures, monitoring, or other functions as ordered by the medical provider(s). Document the administration of care in the patient medical record in a timely and thorough manner.
  - Perform the administration of prescribed medications. Monitor patient for therapeutic response. Notify provider and intervene as appropriate in the event of an unintended response to medication.
  - Perform exceptional care by responding promptly to patient requests. Strive to anticipate patient needs and resolve them proactively.
  - Teach patients, families, and caregivers about patient medical condition, patient status, treatment plan, medications and possible side effects, and follow-up measures. Translate complex medical terminology to ensure complete understanding.

**Requirements**

- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) obtained within 30 days of employment
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) obtained within 1 year of employment
- Other certifications may be required during employment
- Associate or Bachelor's degree in Nursing
- Registered Nurse License or Graduate Nurse in the State
- No previous experience needed
- Some travel may be needed for training

**Benefits**

We offer a total rewards package to support your health, life, career, and retirement. Some available plans and programs include:

- Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services
- Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
- Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence
- Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling
- Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
- Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts

Rapides Regional Medical Center is a 350+ bed hospital and ER in Alexandria, Louisiana. We offer services ranging from cancer care to wound care. Our medical staff includes doctors in more than 30 medical specialties. At Rapides Regional we believe that well-defined values are the key to nurturing staff and patient satisfaction. By joining our team you contribute to the positive culture of the hospital. This culture impacts the well-being of patients and their families. It also impacts your colleagues and your own personal job satisfaction. Learn what our commitment to patient satisfaction, service excellence, and professional expertise can do for your career.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."  
- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.  
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder  

Would you like to unlock your potential with a leading healthcare provider dedicated to the growth and development of our colleagues? Join the Rapides Regional Medical Center family! We will provide you with the tools and resources you need to succeed in our organization. If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we promptly review all applications. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

New Grad RN

Description Introduction Do you want to join an organization that invests in you? At Rapides Regional Medical Center, you come first! HCA Healthcare is committed to the growth and development of our future nurses! The HCA Healthcare StaRN Residency Program is a year-long program designed to give you hands-on experience to help establish valuable clinical and critical thinking skills. As a Resident I Graduate Nurse you will be surrounded by a supportive community of nurse educators, experienced nurses, and fellow residents that promote learning, clinical application, and socialization, shepherding you through the transition from student nurse to registered nurse. Benefits We offer a total rewards package to support your health, life, career and retirement. Some available plans and programs include: <ul><li>Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services</li><li>Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services</li><li>Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence</li><li>Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling</li><li>Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing</li><li>Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts</li></ul> Learn more about Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for some benefits may vary by location. Job Summary and Qualifications The StaRN Residency Program at Rapides Regional Medical Center provides you with the tools necessary to succeed in today's hospital environment. This paid program will assist you with the transition out of the classroom setting through a formalized series of learning experiences, including: <ul><li>Advanced clinical training in a specialty area. </li><li>Monthly educational sessions. </li><li>Preceptorship training with a facility preceptor. </li><li>Measurement and evaluation of skills through hands-on simulations. </li><li>Mentoring from experienced nurse leaders. </li><li>Working collaboratively on an evidence-based practice project.</li></ul> The RN Resident coordinates and delivers high quality, patient-centered care in accordance with the nature and specific requirements of the department, and consistent with the scope and standards of practice for the relevant state and specialty. In collaboration with medical providers and other members of the care team, the RN Resident provides individualized, comprehensive, and compassionate care using established nursing models such as "Assess, Perform, Teach, and Manage." The RN Resident serves as an advocate for patients, families and caregivers to support an unparalleled patient experience. What will you do in this role: <ul><li>Assess patient condition during admission and during each shift as scheduled, identifying and reporting any changes in patient status. </li><li>Perform procedures, monitoring, or other functions as ordered by the medical provider(s). Document the administration of care in the patient medical record in a timely and thorough manner. </li><li>Perform the administration of prescribed medications. Monitor patient for therapeutic response. Notify provider and intervene as appropriate in the event of an unintended response to medication. </li><li>Perform exceptional care by responding promptly to patient requests. Strive to anticipate patient needs and resolve them proactively. </li><li>Teach patients, families and caregivers about patient medical condition, patient status, treatment plan, medications and possible side effects, and follow-up measures. Translates complex medical terminology to ensure complete understanding.</li></ul> What qualifications you will need: <ul><li>Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) obtained within 30 days of employment</li><li>Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) obtained within 1 year of employment</li><li>Other Certifications maybe required during employment</li><li>Associate or Bachelor's degree in Nursing</li><li>Registered Nurse License or Graduate Nurse in the State</li><li>No previous experience needed</li><li>Some travel maybe needed for training</li></ul> Rapides Regional Medical Center is a 350+ bed hospital and ER in Alexandria, Louisiana. We offer services ranging from Cancer Care to Wound Care. Our medical staff includes doctors in more than 30 medical specialties. At Rapides Regional we believe that well-defined values are the key to nurturing staff and patient satisfaction. By joining our team you contribute to the positive culture of the hospital. This culture impacts the well-being of patients and their families. It also impacts your colleagues, and your own personal job satisfaction. Learn what our commitment to patient satisfaction, service excellence and professional expertise can do for your career.HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder Would you like to unlock your potential with a leading healthcare provider dedicated to the growth and development of our colleagues? Join the Rapides Regional Medical Center family! We will provide you with the tools and resources you need to succeed in our organization. If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we promptly review all applications. Unlock the possibilities and apply today! We are an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?QDLwkx2Tt%2fihWINg3r10igs" width="0" height="0" />

**Graduate Nurse - StaRN Residency Program**

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you? At Rapides Regional Medical Center, you come first! HCA Healthcare is committed to the growth and development of our future nurses!

The HCA Healthcare StaRN Residency Program is a year-long program designed to give you hands-on experience to help establish valuable clinical and critical thinking skills. As a Resident Graduate Nurse, you will be surrounded by a supportive community of nurse educators, experienced nurses, and fellow residents that promote learning, clinical application, and socialization, shepherding you through the transition from student nurse to registered nurse.

**Job Description**

- The StaRN Residency Program at Rapides Regional Medical Center provides you with the tools necessary to succeed in today's hospital environment. This paid program will assist you with the transition out of the classroom setting through a formalized series of learning experiences, including:
  - Advanced clinical training in a specialty area.
  - Monthly educational sessions.
  - Preceptorship training with a facility preceptor.
  - Measurement and evaluation of skills through hands-on simulations.
  - Mentoring from experienced nurse leaders.
  - Working collaboratively on an evidence-based practice project.

- The RN Resident coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with the nature and specific requirements of the department, and consistent with the scope and standards of practice for the relevant state and specialty. In collaboration with medical providers and other members of the care team, the RN Resident provides individualized, comprehensive, and compassionate care using established nursing models such as "Assess, Perform, Teach, and Manage." The RN Resident serves as an advocate for patients, families, and caregivers to support an unparalleled patient experience.

- What will you do in this role:
  - Assess patient condition during admission and during each shift as scheduled, identifying and reporting any changes in patient status.
  - Perform procedures, monitoring, or other functions as ordered by the medical provider(s). Document the administration of care in the patient medical record in a timely and thorough manner.
  - Perform the administration of prescribed medications. Monitor patient for therapeutic response. Notify provider and intervene as appropriate in the event of an unintended response to medication.
  - Perform exceptional care by responding promptly to patient requests. Strive to anticipate patient needs and resolve them proactively.
  - Teach patients, families, and caregivers about patient medical condition, patient status, treatment plan, medications and possible side effects, and follow-up measures. Translate complex medical terminology to ensure complete understanding.

**Requirements**

- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) obtained within 30 days of employment
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) obtained within 1 year of employment
- Other certifications may be required during employment
- Associate or Bachelor's degree in Nursing
- Registered Nurse License or Graduate Nurse in the State
- No previous experience needed
- Some travel may be needed for training

**Benefits**

We offer a total rewards package to support your health, life, career, and retirement. Some available plans and programs include:

- Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services
- Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
- Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence
- Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling
- Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
- Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts

Rapides Regional Medical Center is a 350+ bed hospital and ER in Alexandria, Louisiana. We offer services ranging from Cancer Care to Wound Care. Our medical staff includes doctors in more than 30 medical specialties. At Rapides Regional we believe that well-defined values are the key to nurturing staff and patient satisfaction. By joining our team you contribute to the positive culture of the hospital. This culture impacts the well-being of patients and their families. It also impacts your colleagues and your own personal job satisfaction. Learn what our commitment to patient satisfaction, service excellence, and professional expertise can do for your career.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."  
- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.  
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

New Grad Nurse Residency Pediatrics and PICU

Description Summary: The Physical Rehab Registered Nurse has the responsibility and accountability for assessing patient/family health problems and resources, taking a leadership role in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the nursing plan of care provided by the nursing team. Providing technical nursing care and interventions to a designated patient population. Per the Departments Scope of Practice, this position requires providing services to Medical-Surgical Patients, ages eighteen and above in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individuals served. This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital. It is expected that the associate demonstrate behavior consistent with the Core Values. The associate shall support the CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini's strategic plan and the goals and direction of their Performance Improvement Plan (PIP). Requirements: Must be able to prioritize workflow on a daily basis. Must be able to communicate effectively in written and spoken form with individuals of various education levels including physicians. Ability to interpret medical terminology and possess an understanding of human anatomy and physiology. Obtains CRRN after 2 years of experience on Rehab unit. One-year recent experience preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. English required, bilingual (English/Spanish; English/French) preferred. Current Louisiana RN License Current BLS Work Schedule: 7am-7pm Work Type: Full Time EEO is the law - click below for more information: We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at .<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?EzYshBQfbPEtbkjdE%2fVtbAy" width="0" height="0" />

**Physical Rehab Registered Nurse**

The Physical Rehab Registered Nurse has the responsibility and accountability for assessing patient/family health problems and resources, taking a leadership role in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the nursing plan of care provided by the nursing team. This position requires providing technical nursing care and interventions to a designated patient population. Per the department's scope of practice, this position serves Medical-Surgical patients, ages eighteen and above, in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individuals served. It is expected that the associate demonstrate behavior consistent with the core values and support the strategic plan and goals of CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital.

**Job Description**

- Assess patient/family health problems and resources
- Lead the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the nursing plan of care
- Provide technical nursing care and interventions to a designated patient population

**Requirements**

- Must be able to prioritize workflow on a daily basis
- Must be able to communicate effectively in written and spoken form with individuals of various education levels, including physicians
- Ability to interpret medical terminology and possess an understanding of human anatomy and physiology
- Obtain CRRN after 2 years of experience on the rehab unit
- One year of recent experience preferred
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- English required; bilingual (English/Spanish; English/French) preferred
- Current Louisiana RN License
- Current BLS certification

**Work Schedule**

- 7am-7pm

**Work Type**

- Full Time

Registered Nurse-Acute Phys Rehab-Full Time

Description Summary:Provides care under supervision of physician or registered nurses for clinic patients, according to established standards and practices. Performs various lab procedures when necessary and in accordance with competency.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.</li><li>Under the direction of the physician; performs basic patient care duties including, but not limited to, obtaining vital signs, weighing patients, and collecting specimens including phlebotomy (specific to site). Assists provider(s) in examination and treatment of patients and with procedures. Assist with patient flow through the clinic.</li><li>Answers phone/records phone messages, and assists provider(s) with patient related calls. Assists in scheduling test appointment, results and pre-certification. Documents any information related to patient. Assists provider(s) with medication refills.</li><li>Administers medications/immunizations according to provider order.</li><li>Cleans and restocks exam rooms. Cleans equipment in accordance with policy. Orders stock supplies from supply department (specific to site maintains sterile technique and utilizes universal protocol.</li><li>Performs routine clerical duties assigned, including but not limited to locating patient charts, filing and the completion of routine forms.</li><li>Attends/completes required meetings and in-service training and performs other duties as assigned</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>CERT</li><li>LPN License in state of employment or compact</li><li>BLS</li></ul>Work Type: Full Time EEO is the law - click below for more information: We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at . <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?mRhiH2qwqxpg2Xd1s9WOqQf" width="0" height="0" />

**Clinic Patient Care Provider**

Provides care under the supervision of a physician or registered nurses for clinic patients, according to established standards and practices. Performs various lab procedures when necessary and in accordance with competency.

**Job Description**

- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Under the direction of the physician, performs basic patient care duties including, but not limited to, obtaining vital signs, weighing patients, and collecting specimens including phlebotomy (specific to site). Assists provider(s) in examination and treatment of patients and with procedures. Assists with patient flow through the clinic.
- Answers phone/records phone messages, and assists provider(s) with patient-related calls. Assists in scheduling test appointments, results, and pre-certification. Documents any information related to patients. Assists provider(s) with medication refills.
- Administers medications/immunizations according to provider order.
- Cleans and restocks exam rooms. Cleans equipment in accordance with policy. Orders stock supplies from the supply department (specific to site) and maintains sterile technique while utilizing universal protocol.
- Performs routine clerical duties assigned, including but not limited to locating patient charts, filing, and the completion of routine forms.
- Attends/completes required meetings and in-service training and performs other duties as assigned.

**Requirements**

- LPN License in state of employment or compact
- BLS certification

**Work Type**

Full Time

LPN job in Pineville LA

Description Specialization: Cardiology Interventional Job Summary:Rapides Regional Medical Center is seeking a lead Advanced Practice Provider to support the cardiology service line. Qualified Candidates:<ul><li>Experienced candidates encouraged to apply </li><li>Active Louisiana license</li><li>Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner preferred</li><li>Provider will support pre and post-op, rounding and consults on hospital patients.</li></ul>Incentive/Benefits Package:<ul><li>Competitive salary </li><li>Commencement bonus</li><li>Join a large employment group</li></ul>About Rapides Regional Medical Center:<ul><li>Rapides Regional Medical Center is an award-winning hospital in Alexandria, Louisiana that provides a wide array of care to 13 parishes across Central Louisiana.</li><li>A 380-bed hospital, includes Rapides Women's and Children's Hospital, featuring obstetrical/gynecological, pediatric, and pediatric intensive care services; Rapides Cancer Center, offering a range of services for cancer patients; Rapides Heart Center, featuring comprehensive cardiac care from prevention to treatment to surgery; and the area's largest emergency department, offering the community the only Level III-N Trauma Center.</li><li>The medical staff includes doctors in 30+ medical specialties.</li><li>With a continued emphasis on progressive care, Rapides Regional has grown to meet the continually changing needs of our patients and the rapidly advancing technology of modern healthcare.</li></ul> Alexandria is located in the heart of Louisiana and is an attractive, family-oriented community. The area is also referred to as a Sportsman s Paradise with lakes, golf courses, biking trails, hunting, fishing, and water sports. This diverse, welcoming community features excellent schools, universities, neighborhoods, museums, cultural events & festivals, among many others. For travelers, AEX airport provides the option for international travel through connections in Atlanta and Dallas in less than an hour. Enjoy a low cost of living, short commutes, and a strong sense of community, making Alexandria home and the start of your successful, thriving healthcare career.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?OMm%2bagUMZuK%2fGkvhJNR%2boAx" width="0" height="0" />

**Advanced Practice Provider - Cardiology**

Rapides Regional Medical Center is seeking a lead Advanced Practice Provider to support the cardiology service line.

**Job Description**

- Experienced candidates encouraged to apply
- Active Louisiana license
- Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner preferred
- Provider will support pre and post-op, rounding, and consults on hospital patients.

**Benefits**

- Competitive salary
- Commencement bonus
- Join a large employment group

**Community Overview**

Alexandria is located in the heart of Louisiana and is an attractive, family-oriented community. The area is also referred to as a Sportsman's Paradise with lakes, golf courses, biking trails, hunting, fishing, and water sports. This diverse, welcoming community features excellent schools, universities, neighborhoods, museums, cultural events, and festivals, among many others. For travelers, AEX airport provides the option for international travel through connections in Atlanta and Dallas in less than an hour. Enjoy a low cost of living, short commutes, and a strong sense of community, making Alexandria home and the start of your successful, thriving healthcare career.

Cardiology - Interventional Physician Assistant

Description CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabriniis seeking anBC/BE Interventional Cardiologist to join an established practice in Alexandria, Louisiana.CHRISTUS St. Frances CabriniHospital, located in Alexandria Louisiana, is a 295-bed facility employing approximately 1,600 associates and a medical staff of over 325 physicians. CHRISTUS Cabrini offers comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services and is accredited by the Joint Commission.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Perform diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures (e.g., cardiac catheterization, angioplasty, stent placement).</li><li>Interpret imaging results and diagnostic tests.</li><li>Collaborate with cardiology and primary care teams to provide comprehensive cardiovascular care.</li><li>Participate in rotating call schedule and inpatient consults.</li><li>Contribute to the education of medical staff and residents, if applicable.</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.</li><li>Board certification in Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology (or board eligibility).</li><li>Active or eligible for State medical license.</li><li>Fellowship training in Interventional Cardiology.</li><li>Excellent clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills.</li></ul>CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic Offers:<ul><li>Generous Signing Incentive</li><li>Competitive Compensation</li><li>Comprehensive Medical and Dental Insurance</li><li>Professional Liability Insurance</li><li>403(b) Matched Savings Plan</li><li>J-1 Sponsorship Available</li></ul>CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic:<ul><li>The areas preferred multi-specialty medical group</li><li>Over 700 physicians and advanced practice providers representing 41 specialties in 82 clinics, locations throughout Northeast Texas</li><li>A physician led medical group</li><li>A national leader in patient satisfaction and quality initiatives</li><li>A faith-based, not-for-profit organization</li><li>Acclaim Award Winner- physician group in the Nation (2018)</li></ul>CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital, located in Alexandria Louisiana, is a 295-bed facility employing approximately 1,600 Associates and a medical staff of over 325 physicians. CHRISTUS Cabrini offers comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services and is accredited by the Joint Commission.Alexandria, Louisiana is geographically located in the center of Louisiana off interstate 49 on the banks of the Red River just 3-1/2 hours to the iconic historical New Orleans as well as 3-1/2 hours to Houston Texas. Enjoy a small-town atmosphere and a diverse culture with an attractive cost of living serviced by a convenient no stress airport offering coverage by Delta, American, and United Airlines.Recruiter Contact Information:Lynda CorotanEmail: <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?8hVWEJfzXBh37puKLFz1IAo" width="0" height="0" />

**BC/BE Interventional Cardiologist**

CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini is seeking a BC/BE Interventional Cardiologist to join an established practice in Alexandria, Louisiana. CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital, located in Alexandria, Louisiana, is a 295-bed facility employing approximately 1,600 associates and a medical staff of over 325 physicians. CHRISTUS Cabrini offers comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services and is accredited by the Joint Commission.

**Job Description**

- Perform diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures (e.g., cardiac catheterization, angioplasty, stent placement).
- Interpret imaging results and diagnostic tests.
- Collaborate with cardiology and primary care teams to provide comprehensive cardiovascular care.
- Participate in rotating call schedule and inpatient consults.
- Contribute to the education of medical staff and residents, if applicable.

**Requirements**

- MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
- Board certification in Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology (or board eligibility).
- Active or eligible for State medical license.
- Fellowship training in Interventional Cardiology.
- Excellent clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills.

**Benefits**

- Generous signing incentive
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
- Professional liability insurance
- 403(b) matched savings plan
- J-1 sponsorship available

**Community Overview**

Alexandria, Louisiana is geographically located in the center of Louisiana off Interstate 49 on the banks of the Red River, just 3-1/2 hours to the iconic historical New Orleans as well as 3-1/2 hours to Houston, Texas. Enjoy a small-town atmosphere and a diverse culture with an attractive cost of living serviced by a convenient no-stress airport offering coverage by Delta, American, and United Airlines.

Physician / Cardiology / Louisiana / Locum or Permanent / Physician - Interventional Cardiology Job

Description Summary: Responsible for patient assessment, patient care planning, and provision of quality nursing care to an assigned group of patients for a defined work period. Provides direction and supervision to LVN/LPNs, nursing assistants, unit secretaries, and other clinical/clerical associates. By assignment, may function as a charge nurse for the unit. Involves provision of patient care/service to older adolescents, young adults, adults, geriatric and pediatric patients. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Patient Care Planning Develops a comprehensive nursing care plan which addresses all significant needs and problems identified through nursing assessment. Prepares nursing elements of the interdisciplinary care plan prior to the initial team conference. Reviews and updates nursing care plan and collaborates with team members as changes occur. Patient Care Provision Implements patient care as planned in nursing care plan and interdisciplinary care plan. Sets priorities based on knowledge of patient acuity and patient needs. Provides safe and therapeutic care and seeks resources when appropriate. Safely performs and accurately documents procedures, consistent with established nursing policy and procedure. Patient Care Evaluation Evaluates patient response to interventions and attainment of goals in collaboration with interdisciplinary team. Evaluates progress toward nursing goals and revises goals as needed on a weekly basis. Completes nursing progress note for assigned patients on a daily basis. Completes nursing flow sheets for assigned patients on a daily basis. Teaching Evaluates education needs of patient and significant others and documents their response to teaching. Utilizes, adapts, and revises teaching resources to meet patient education needs. Explains procedures, tests, and disease process to patients and families as needed. Acts as role model for health care students and other team members. Acts as preceptor to assigned orientees. Assists in the orientation of new staff by sharing knowledge and experience. Patient Care Communication Reports and documents accurately and concisely to appropriate persons the patient's condition. Maintains patient confidentiality. Applies basic verbal and nonverbal skills to maintain open, effective communication among care team members, patients, and significant others. Encourages direct discussion between staff members when differences occur and seeks assistance to arbitrate differences as needed. Gives and accepts constructive feedback appropriately. Identifies actual and potentially unsafe patient care practices, reports them in the designated manner, and suggests alternatives. CORE COMPETENCIES Standard I: Utilizes the Nursing Process Uses critical thinking skills to assess the basic physical, psychosocial, social, cultural, Spiritual, and development needs of patient and families Communicates findings to appropriate healthcare team members Develops and uses a specific plan of care and modifies it to meet individual patient needs using evidence-based practice. Implements patient care and therapeutic procedures; monitors and documents progression of treatment and teaching goals Evaluates the care and treatment(s) provided to the patient and the patient response to the care and treatment(s). Performs timely reassessment and documentation Must be able to perform unit specific competencies based on the specific patient care need for designated unit's patient population Standard II. Patient Throughput & Patient Flow Process Anticipates and plans for admission/discharge/transfer needs to facilitate patient flow Utilizes appropriate systems of communication and tools to facilitate the discharge process Coaches on tools and techniques for checking, cross checking and validating orders to ensure accuracy Standard III. Unit Operations Plans, directs, and evaluates the overall nursing care and functions in a particular nursing unit during an assigned shift Demonstrates good stewardship in proper use and maintenance of equipment and Supplies Assesses departmental staffing needs; actively participates in resourcing efforts. Educates and trains others on the operations, ethics, and regulations within the industry Standard IV. Safe Practice/Quality Care/Regulations Incorporates patient safety practices/guidelines to promote a safe environment resulting in positive patient outcomes Demonstrates accountability for nursing research and quality improvement activities Provides evidence-based nursing care Communicates patient information effectively across the continuum of care Educates and trains others on the operations, ethics, and regulations within the industry. Knowledge of federal, state and local healthcare related laws and regulations; ability to comply with these in healthcare practices and activities TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES Clinical Policies and Standards Follows a specific set of standards and associated clinical procedures Analyzes policy and standards documentation and ensures organizational compliance Provides feedback for improvement of procedures Assists in the development and implementation of specific procedures Works with control and monitoring mechanisms, tools and techniques Health Information Documentation Shares experiences with maintaining paper and electronic patient documentation Walk through the steps and procedures for receiving, validating and updating patient records Describes the flow of information between various stations or units Discusses the functions, features and document flow of electronic documentation Transcribes verbal orders; explains techniques for ensuring their accuracy Explains health information documentation best practices and their rationale across health care practices Medical Equipment Describes experience with basic medical equipment used in own unit or facility Uses standard diagnostic tools and techniques to resolves common equipment problems Educates patients about the appropriate use of home medical equipment Ensures that all equipment and related supplies are in proper working order prior to use to ensure patient safety Inspects, troubleshoots and evaluates incoming equipment Medical Order Processing Shares experiences with processing medical orders for one or more groups of patients or conditions Describes functions and features of the system used to enter, validate, update and forward medical orders Discusses common errors, their sources and procedures for correcting Explains considerations for entering and following standing orders Differentiates between standing orders and preprinted orders and considerations for each Patient Chart Reading and Interpretation Describes experiences in reading and interpreting patient charts for patients on unit and under own care Reviews patients' charts for completion and accuracy; identifies and alerts to mistakes or omissions Recognizes unexpected readings and alerts nursing or medical staff Relates examples of mis-readings or misinterpretations and lessons learned Reviews, discusses and validates own interpretation with others Patient Safety Shares experiences with ensuring safety for one or more patient groups or settings Explains key features of safety guidelines and procedures for those groups and settings Listens and responds to safety inquiries from patients and family members Recognizes and addresses physiological and psychological signs of problems Describes considerations for patients who can cause to harm to self, versus harm to others Utilizes appropriate systems to document misses and near misses, participates in immediate investigating, analysis and reporting in real time Job Requirements: Education/Skills Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred Experience Six months to a year of experience as a licensed RN or holder of an active GN permit Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications BLS required RN License in state of employment or compact Graduate Nurse Permit Associates with an unsuccessful licensure application or on the 75th day following the effective date of the temporary permit; will be transferred to another position within CHRISTUS Health Position Requirements: Experience: Education: All newly hired experienced RNs must attend New Nurses Orientation within the first 30 days of hire. New hires are precepted by a designated trained staff member and initial on-boarding requirements are validated through successful completion of the designated organizational entry competency validation and an MedSurg Department -specific competency validation. All newly licensed RNs may participate in a residency program or other specific orientation. Skills completion and competency completion will be achieved with the preceptor at the bedside and documented through the program's tracking software. Completion of all annual competency verification requirements. Licenses/Certifications/Registrations: Work Schedule: TBD Work Type: Full Time EEO is the law - click below for more information: We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at .<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?6%2bfx9Cl7%2f2hPMBEMxsvVSAm" width="0" height="0" />

**Registered Nurse**

Responsible for patient assessment, patient care planning, and provision of quality nursing care to an assigned group of patients for a defined work period. Provides direction and supervision to LVN/LPNs, nursing assistants, unit secretaries, and other clinical/clerical associates. By assignment, may function as a charge nurse for the unit. Involves provision of patient care/service to older adolescents, young adults, adults, geriatric, and pediatric patients.

**Job Description**

- Develop a comprehensive nursing care plan which addresses all significant needs and problems identified through nursing assessment.
- Prepare nursing elements of the interdisciplinary care plan prior to the initial team conference.
- Review and update nursing care plan and collaborate with team members as changes occur.
- Implement patient care as planned in nursing care plan and interdisciplinary care plan.
- Set priorities based on knowledge of patient acuity and patient needs.
- Provide safe and therapeutic care and seek resources when appropriate.
- Safely perform and accurately document procedures, consistent with established nursing policy and procedure.
- Evaluate patient response to interventions and attainment of goals in collaboration with interdisciplinary team.
- Complete nursing progress notes for assigned patients on a daily basis.
- Evaluate education needs of patient and significant others and document their response to teaching.
- Explain procedures, tests, and disease processes to patients and families as needed.
- Report and document accurately and concisely to appropriate persons the patient's condition.
- Maintain patient confidentiality.
- Identify actual and potentially unsafe patient care practices, report them in the designated manner, and suggest alternatives.

**Requirements**

- Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred.
- Six months to a year of experience as a licensed RN or holder of an active GN permit.
- BLS required.
- RN License in state of employment or compact.
- Graduate Nurse Permit for associates with an unsuccessful licensure application or on the 75th day following the effective date of the temporary permit.

**Position Requirements**

- All newly hired experienced RNs must attend New Nurses Orientation within the first 30 days of hire.
- New hires are precepted by a designated trained staff member, and initial onboarding requirements are validated through successful completion of the designated organizational entry competency validation and a MedSurg Department-specific competency validation.
- Completion of all annual competency verification requirements.

**Work Schedule**

TBD

**Work Type**

Full Time

Registered Nurse I-Acute MedSurgical A-Full Time

Description Summary: Responsible for patient assessment, patient care planning, and provision of quality nursing care to an assigned group of patients for a defined work period. Provides direction and supervision to LVN/LPNs, nursing assistants, unit secretaries, and other clinical/clerical associates. By assignment, may function as a charge nurse for the unit. Involves provision of patient care/service to older adolescents, young adults, adults, geriatric and pediatric patients. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.</li><li> Patient Care Planning</li><li>Develops a comprehensive nursing care plan which addresses all significant needs and problems identified through nursing assessment.</li><li> Prepares nursing elements of the interdisciplinary care plan prior to the initial team conference.</li><li> Reviews and updates nursing care plan and collaborates with team members as changes occur.</li><li> Patient Care Provision</li><li>Implements patient care as planned in nursing care plan and interdisciplinary care plan.</li><li> Sets priorities based on knowledge of patient acuity and patient needs.</li><li> Provides safe and therapeutic care and seeks resources when appropriate.</li><li> Safely performs and accurately documents procedures, consistent with established nursing policy and procedure.</li><li> Patient Care Evaluation</li><li>Evaluates patient response to interventions and attainment of goals in collaboration with interdisciplinary team.</li><li> Evaluates progress toward nursing goals and revises goals as needed on a weekly basis.</li><li> Completes nursing progress note for assigned patients on a daily basis.</li><li> Completes nursing flow sheets for assigned patients on a daily basis.</li><li> Teaching</li><li>Evaluates education needs of patient and significant others and documents their response to teaching.</li><li> Utilizes, adapts, and revises teaching resources to meet patient education needs.</li><li> Explains procedures, tests, and disease process to patients and families as needed.</li><li> Acts as role model for health care students and other team members.</li><li> Acts as preceptor to assigned orientees.</li><li> Assists in the orientation of new staff by sharing knowledge and experience.</li><li> Patient Care Communication</li><li>Reports and documents accurately and concisely to appropriate persons the patient's condition.</li><li> Maintains patient confidentiality.</li><li> Applies basic verbal and nonverbal skills to maintain open, effective communication among care team members, patients, and significant others.</li><li> Encourages direct discussion between staff members when differences occur and seeks assistance to arbitrate differences as needed.</li><li> Gives and accepts constructive feedback appropriately.</li><li> Identifies actual and potentially unsafe patient care practices, reports them in the designated manner, and suggests alternatives.</li></ul> CORE COMPETENCIES Standard I: Utilizes the Nursing Process<ul><li>Uses critical thinking skills to assess the basic physical, psychosocial, social, cultural,</li><li> Spiritual, and development needs of patient and families</li><li>Communicates findings to appropriate healthcare team members</li><li>Develops and uses a specific plan of care and modifies it to meet individual patient</li><li>needs using evidence-based practice. Implements patient care and therapeutic</li><li>procedures; monitors and documents progression of treatment and teaching goals</li><li>Evaluates the care and treatment(s) provided to the patient and the patient response to</li><li>the care and treatment(s). Performs timely reassessment and documentation</li><li>Must be able to perform unit specific competencies based on the specific patient care need for designated unit's patient population</li></ul> Standard II. Patient Throughput & Patient Flow Process<ul><li>Anticipates and plans for admission/discharge/transfer needs to facilitate patient flow</li><li>Utilizes appropriate systems of communication and tools to facilitate the discharge process</li><li>Coaches on tools and techniques for checking, cross checking and validating orders to ensure accuracy</li></ul> Standard III. Unit Operations<ul><li>Plans, directs, and evaluates the overall nursing care and functions in a particular nursing unit during an assigned shift</li><li>Demonstrates good stewardship in proper use and maintenance of equipment and Supplies</li><li>Assesses departmental staffing needs; actively participates in resourcing efforts.</li><li> Educates and trains others on the operations, ethics, and regulations within the industry</li></ul> Standard IV. Safe Practice/Quality Care/Regulations<ul><li>Incorporates patient safety practices/guidelines to promote a safe environment resulting in positive patient outcomes</li><li>Demonstrates accountability for nursing research and quality improvement activities</li><li>Provides evidence-based nursing care</li><li>Communicates patient information effectively across the continuum of care</li><li>Educates and trains others on the operations, ethics, and regulations within the industry.</li><li> Knowledge of federal, state and local healthcare related laws and regulations; ability to comply with these in healthcare practices and activities</li></ul> TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES Clinical Policies and Standards<ul><li>Follows a specific set of standards and associated clinical procedures</li><li>Analyzes policy and standards documentation and ensures organizational compliance</li><li>Provides feedback for improvement of procedures</li><li>Assists in the development and implementation of specific procedures</li><li>Works with control and monitoring mechanisms, tools and techniques</li></ul> Health Information Documentation<ul><li>Shares experiences with maintaining paper and electronic patient documentation</li><li>Walk through the steps and procedures for receiving, validating and updating patient records</li><li>Describes the flow of information between various stations or units</li><li>Discusses the functions, features and document flow of electronic documentation</li><li>Transcribes verbal orders; explains techniques for ensuring their accuracy</li><li>Explains health information documentation best practices and their rationale across health care practices</li></ul> Medical Equipment<ul><li>Describes experience with basic medical equipment used in own unit or facility</li><li>Uses standard diagnostic tools and techniques to resolves common equipment problems</li><li>Educates patients about the appropriate use of home medical equipment</li><li>Ensures that all equipment and related supplies are in proper working order prior to use to ensure patient safety</li><li>Inspects, troubleshoots and evaluates incoming equipment</li></ul> Medical Order Processing<ul><li>Shares experiences with processing medical orders for one or more groups of patients or conditions</li><li>Describes functions and features of the system used to enter, validate, update and forward medical orders</li><li>Discusses common errors, their sources and procedures for correcting</li><li>Explains considerations for entering and following standing orders</li><li>Differentiates between standing orders and preprinted orders and considerations for each</li></ul> Patient Chart Reading and Interpretation<ul><li>Describes experiences in reading and interpreting patient charts for patients on unit and under own care</li><li>Reviews patients' charts for completion and accuracy; identifies and alerts to mistakes or omissions</li><li>Recognizes unexpected readings and alerts nursing or medical staff</li><li>Relates examples of mis-readings or misinterpretations and lessons learned</li><li>Reviews, discusses and validates own interpretation with others</li></ul> Patient Safety<ul><li>Shares experiences with ensuring safety for one or more patient groups or settings</li><li>Explains key features of safety guidelines and procedures for those groups and settings</li><li>Listens and responds to safety inquiries from patients and family members</li><li>Recognizes and addresses physiological and psychological signs of problems</li><li>Describes considerations for patients who can cause to harm to self, versus harm to others</li><li>Utilizes appropriate systems to document misses and near misses, participates in immediate investigating, analysis and reporting in real time</li></ul> Job Requirements: Education/Skills<ul><li>Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred</li></ul> Experience<ul><li>Six months to a year of experience as a licensed RN or holder of an active GN permit</li></ul> Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications<ul><li>BLS required</li><li>RN License in state of employment or compact</li><li>Graduate Nurse Permit <ul><li>Associates with an unsuccessful licensure application or on the 75th day following the effective date of the temporary permit; will be transferred to another position within CHRISTUS Health</li></ul> </li></ul> Position Requirements: Experience: Education:<ul><li>All newly hired experienced RNs must attend New Nurses Orientation within the first 30 days of hire.</li><li> New hires are precepted by a designated trained staff member and initial on-boarding requirements are validated through successful completion of the designated organizational entry competency validation and an MedSurg Department-specific competency validation.</li><li> All newly licensed RNs may participate in a residency program or other specific orientation . click apply for full job details<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?mJnrnntXdRiBCiA%2fBxwVmww" width="0" height="0" />

**Registered Nurse**

Responsible for patient assessment, patient care planning, and provision of quality nursing care to an assigned group of patients for a defined work period. Provides direction and supervision to LVN/LPNs, nursing assistants, unit secretaries, and other clinical/clerical associates. By assignment, may function as a charge nurse for the unit. Involves provision of patient care/service to older adolescents, young adults, adults, geriatric, and pediatric patients.

**Job Description**

- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Develops a comprehensive nursing care plan which addresses all significant needs and problems identified through nursing assessment.
- Prepares nursing elements of the interdisciplinary care plan prior to the initial team conference.
- Reviews and updates nursing care plan and collaborates with team members as changes occur.
- Implements patient care as planned in nursing care plan and interdisciplinary care plan.
- Sets priorities based on knowledge of patient acuity and patient needs.
- Provides safe and therapeutic care and seeks resources when appropriate.
- Safely performs and accurately documents procedures, consistent with established nursing policy and procedure.
- Evaluates patient response to interventions and attainment of goals in collaboration with interdisciplinary team.
- Completes nursing progress note for assigned patients on a daily basis.
- Completes nursing flow sheets for assigned patients on a daily basis.
- Evaluates education needs of patient and significant others and documents their response to teaching.
- Utilizes, adapts, and revises teaching resources to meet patient education needs.
- Explains procedures, tests, and disease process to patients and families as needed.
- Acts as role model for health care students and other team members.
- Acts as preceptor to assigned orientees.
- Assists in the orientation of new staff by sharing knowledge and experience.
- Reports and documents accurately and concisely to appropriate persons the patient's condition.
- Maintains patient confidentiality.
- Applies basic verbal and nonverbal skills to maintain open, effective communication among care team members, patients, and significant others.
- Encourages direct discussion between staff members when differences occur and seeks assistance to arbitrate differences as needed.
- Gives and accepts constructive feedback appropriately.
- Identifies actual and potentially unsafe patient care practices, reports them in the designated manner, and suggests alternatives.

**Requirements**

- Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred.
- Six months to a year of experience as a licensed RN or holder of an active GN permit.
- BLS required.
- RN License in state of employment or compact.
- Graduate Nurse Permit: Associates with an unsuccessful licensure application or on the 75th day following the effective date of the temporary permit; will be transferred to another position within CHRISTUS Health.

**Position Requirements**

- All newly hired experienced RNs must attend New Nurses Orientation within the first 30 days of hire.
- New hires are precepted by a designated trained staff member and initial onboarding requirements are validated through successful completion of the designated organizational entry competency validation and a MedSurg Department-specific competency validation.
- All newly licensed RNs may participate in a residency program or other specific orientation.

Registered Nurse I-Acute Medsurgical A-Full Time

Description Summary: The Perioperative Registered Nurse is responsible and accountable for the delivery if individualized nursing care to patients having surgical interventions. Incorporating current clinical knowledge with established nursing practice, he or she performs nursing interventions utilizing the nursing process. Assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the nursing care delivered to assigned patients. Included within this assignment is the responsibility for ensuring effective communications between the nurse, the patient, other staff, supervision, physicians, anesthesia providers and other hospital departments. Per the Departments Scope of Practice, this position requires providing quality care in an efficient and safe manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individuals served. (Infant-older adults). Requirements: <ul><li>One-year recent experience in the surgical setting required. 5 years surgical scrub experience required.</li><li> Current Louisiana RN License</li><li>Current BLS Card</li><li>ACLS Certification required.</li></ul> Work Schedule: TBD Work Type: Full Time EEO is the law - click below for more information: We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at . <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?xa1smmC1jf4Fs6ILiiCGAga" width="0" height="0" />

**Perioperative Registered Nurse**

The Perioperative Registered Nurse is responsible and accountable for the delivery of individualized nursing care to patients having surgical interventions. Incorporating current clinical knowledge with established nursing practice, he or she performs nursing interventions utilizing the nursing process. Assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the nursing care delivered to assigned patients. Included within this assignment is the responsibility for ensuring effective communications between the nurse, the patient, other staff, supervision, physicians, anesthesia providers, and other hospital departments. Per the department's scope of practice, this position requires providing quality care in an efficient and safe manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individuals served (infant to older adults).

**Job Description**

- Deliver individualized nursing care to patients undergoing surgical interventions
- Perform nursing interventions utilizing the nursing process
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for assigned patients
- Ensure effective communication between the nurse, patient, and other healthcare staff

**Requirements**

- One year of recent experience in the surgical setting required; 5 years of surgical scrub experience required
- Current Louisiana RN License
- Current BLS Card
- ACLS Certification required

**Work Schedule**

TBD

**Work Type**

Full Time