RN Med Surg

PRIMARY FUNCTION The primary function of the Registered Nurse is to assess, coordinate, and evaluate patient responses to the comprehensive nursing care plan, as well as to participate in patient and family education. The Registered Nurse is responsible for directing and supervising Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) in the delivery of nursing care required by patients. The Registered Nurse collaborates closely with nursing staff and non-clinical departments as needed to support patient care, treatment, and transfers.

• Maintains the standard of nursing care and carries out the policies and procedures of the hospital and nursing department
• Assesses the patient’s condition and nursing needs, set goals, prescribes appropriate nursing actions to meet those goals and the physical, psychological, social and rehabilitation needs of the patient, including discharge planning assistance
• Reports pertinent observations and reactions regarding patient(s) to the appropriate person and records those observations accurately, concisely, completely and timely
• Assigns nursing care and other duties to team members in accordance with patient needs and the personnel’s capabilities and qualifications
• Initiates team conferences in development of individualized nursing care plans
• Administers patient medications and treatment as prescribed by physician orders
• Directs, supervises and evaluates nursing care provided to patients
• Assists physicians with special tests and procedures needed
• Orders supplies and ensures that equipment is maintained in a clean and safe condition
• Participates in orientation of new employees as necessary
• Assists team members in giving patient care and/or administers direct care when professional nursing skills and judgment are needed
• Coordinates and assists in nursing care of patients when scheduled for therapy or procedures by other departments
• Establish and maintain communications and utilize teaching opportunities with patients and other involved employees and other individuals
• Assists with, or institutes emergency measures for sudden adverse developments in patient reactions and condition such as cardiac arrest
• Participates in the maintenance of a clean and safe work environment
• Attends and actively participates in committees for improvement of nursing care.
• Maintains open communications and promotes cooperation between the nursing department and all other hospital departments
• Maintains patient confidentiality
• Serves as the liaison between doctors, patients, families and the hospital
• Attends all mandatory in-services

• Must hold a current and valid Registered Nurse license in the State Of Louisiana
• Must be able to communicate proficiently, both orally and with written
• Must have the ability to calculate figures and amounts such as per cents, doses, volumes, and proportions. Basic concepts of algebra and geometry required
• Must have the ability to reason and solve practical problems and manage a variety of situations only limited standardization exists. Must have the ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
• Must have current BLS upon hire and ACLS, PALS and MOAB within 9 months of hire

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is the policy of Bayou Bend Health Systemto provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other regard as required by law. This policy relates to recruitment, employment, placement, layoffs and recall, promotion/demotion, discipline, transfer, termination, rates of pay and/or all other forms of compensation, training and development, use of facilities, and participation in hospital sponsored activities.

Bayou Bend Health Systemis an alcohol and drug free workplace. As a condition of employment all candidates must undergo and pass a post-offer drug screen. Failure to participate in the mandatory drug screen will void all offers of employment.

Department: 005 - MED SURG

This is a non-management position

This is a full time position