RN - Emergency Department, Ascension

Are you ready to make a difference by delivering compassionate, high-quality care?

• Strong assessment and critical-thinking skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams
• Experience in nursing; 1 year preferred
• Completion of Pediatric Course ACT 548
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within one year of hire
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within one year of hire
• Crisis Prevention Training within six months of hire
• Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC), Neonatal Resuscitation Program, and Emergency Nurses Pediatric Core Course (ENPC) preferred
• Current Louisiana RN licensure required
• CEN Certification preferred

At Baton Rouge General our patients aren't the only people we take care of; we take care of our team too. We are proud to offer our employees the benefits and resources they need to be their best selves at work and at home.

• A comprehensive benefits program for you and your family
• Professional development and support
• Various employee perks include generous paid time off, flexible positions, and our Baton Rouge General Fit! program
• We are a nationally and locally recognized leader in quality and ranked one of the best healthcare employers in the state

Coordinate and provide exceptional patient care across all stages—assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation—in collaboration with the patient, family, physician, and support services.

• Conduct initial and ongoing physical and psychosocial assessments
• Identify nursing diagnoses and prioritize patient outcomes
• Develop and revise individualized plans of care with interdisciplinary input
• Deliver direct patient care and education aligned with plan of care
• Administer and monitor treatments, medications, and procedural sedation
• Maintain thorough documentation in the medical record
• Evaluate patient progress and update care plans accordingly
• Perform triage assessments and focused assessments across all age groups
• Ensure patient safety and compliance with clinical standards
• Collaborate on discharge planning and coordinate with support services
• Perform additional duties as assigned

At Baton Rouge General, we are a community of compassionate, caring individuals who set the bar when it comes to healthcare excellence. Our mission is to preserve and restore health, one person at a time. From clinical to non-clinical – what you do here matters.

With over 600 licensed beds between three campuses, Baton Rouge General offers the full spectrum of care from delivering newborns to providing end of life support through hospice. With clinics located throughout Baton Rouge and the surrounding areas, our physician group provides patients with comprehensive care and a full suite of specialties, including internal and family medicine and specialty care.

Ready to be part of a team that values your skills and dedication? Apply now and take the next step in your nursing career with us.