RN Staff - Pre-Admisssions Test

## RN Staff - Pre-Admisssions TestApplylocations: Covington, LAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R12364At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.**JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS**Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36M-F 8-4:30 no holidays or weekends**Summary of the Job**:Responsible and accountable for a group of patients during a designated time frame and to provide care to these patients via therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment/instrumentation, and other health care team members. Supervises the activities of Medical Assistants/Phlebotomist. Performs Pre-Op assessments via visit or phone call. Compiles needed documentation for the chart, and collaborates with physician offices to gather needed information. **Minimum Qualifications**:Successfully completed Board Certified nursing program. Current Louisiana RN licensure. Five (5) years of Medical/Surgical Peri-operative nursing experience required in a Pre- Admit, Pre-Op, Operating Room or PACU setting. Current BLS certifications through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross. The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off. Excellent verbal and written communication skills; EKG testing skills; Basic EKG interpretation skills; Port-a-cath access skills**Physical Demands:**Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 50 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.Physical Effort required:Constant (67%-100%) - talking, hearing, seeingFrequently (34%-66%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling/feelingOccasionally (1%-33%) - climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), stooping, crouching**Contact Information:**Jennifer Saint, HR Talent PartnerTalent Acquisition - Human Resources### **EMPLOYMENT**Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found **by clicking here**, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.**EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER**St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr