Registered Nurse (MED/SURG)
Marrero, Louisiana•Contract
$44.06+ hourly
$44.06+ hourly
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Registered Nurse (MED/SURG) - Marrero, LA (#SM0112)
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Location: Marrero, LA
Employment Type: Per-Diem
Hourly Rate: $44.06 per hour
Employment Type: Per-Diem
Hourly Rate: $44.06 per hour
Position Overview:
We are currently seeking a Registered Nurse (MED/SURG) to fill an opening at a hospital located in Marrero, LA. This role is ideal for a dedicated RN who thrives in a fast-paced environment, providing comprehensive care to adult and adolescent patients with a variety of medical conditions and post-surgical needs.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive Compensation: $44.06 per hour.
- Work Schedule: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM CDT (includes a 30-minute break) – Per-diem.
- Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience in a collaborative, innovative, and supportive environment.
- Impactful Work: Contribute to a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving patient outcomes.
Qualifications:
- Education: Completion of an accredited Registered Nursing (RN) program (Associate's or Bachelor's degree).
- Licensure: Active Louisiana state RN license and current BLS Certification.
- Experience: At least one year of relevant experience is required.
- Technical Skills: Proficient in IV therapy, wound care, medication administration (including P.O., IV, IM, and SQ routes), use of infusion pumps, and electronic medical records (EMR).
- Soft Skills: Excellent critical thinking and time management skills; strong verbal and written communication; empathetic and patient-focused demeanor; ability to prioritize multiple patients' needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for a diverse patient population with medical diagnoses (e.g., pneumonia, CHF, COPD, diabetes) and post-surgical conditions (e.g., appendectomy, cholecystectomy, orthopedic repairs).
- Administer medications, fluids, and blood products as ordered, monitoring for adverse reactions.
- Perform frequent patient assessments, including vital signs, pain levels, intake/output, and mental status.
- Collaborate with physicians, case managers, physical therapists, and other healthcare team members to coordinate discharge planning and continuity of care.
- Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, medications, post-discharge instructions, and disease management.
- Respond to changes in patient condition, initiate appropriate interventions, and communicate concerns to the medical team.
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation of all nursing care and patient responses in the EMR.