RN - Sports Medicine Clinic

RN Staff Nurse

Your job is more than a job. The RN Staff Nurse assesses, plans, implements and evaluates patient care based on the standards of care and the policies of LCMC Health. The RN delegates to professional and non-professional personnel involved in the delivery of care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Care:
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans for patients in the sports medicine unit.
• Monitor patients' vital signs, symptoms, and overall health status, responding promptly to any changes.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Provide post-operative care, including wound care, pain management, and patient education.
• Assisting in Procedures and Surgeries:
• Assist in preparing and positioning patients for in-clinic procedures and surgeries.
• Support surgeons and medical staff during in and outpatient surgical procedures, ensuring aseptic technique and patient safety.
• Ensure all necessary equipment and supplies are available and prepared for procedures.
• Coordination and Collaboration:
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals, to develop and execute effective care plans.
• Communicate effectively with patients and their families, providing education on injury prevention, rehabilitation, and post-operative care.
• Coordinate patient transfers, admissions, and discharges, ensuring continuity of care.
• Documentation and Compliance:
• Maintain accurate and thorough records of all patient interactions, treatments, and outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and institutional policies, including infection control and patient safety standards.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the development of best practices in sports medicine care.
• Professional Development:
• Stay current with advancements in sports medicine nursing through continuous education and professional development.
• Participate in department meetings, case reviews, and training sessions.

Qualifications:

Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Licensure: Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of [State].

Experience: Minimum of 1-2 years of nursing experience, preferably in sports medicine, orthopedics, or a related field.

Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Orthopedic Nurse Certification (ONC) are a plus.

Skills: Proficient in clinical skills related to sports medicine, including IV therapy, wound care, and pain management. Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Work Shift: Days (United States of America)

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• Deliver healthcare with heart.
• Give people a reason to smile.
• Put a little love in your work.
• Be honest and real, but with compassion.
• Bring some lagniappe into everything you do.
• Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care.
• See opportunities, not problems it's all about perspective.
• Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other.
• Love what makes you, you - because we do. You are welcome here. LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.