RN - MedSurg

$1,737 per month

VETERANS HEALTH ADMINISTRATION

Details

Client Name
New Orleans VAMC (NOLA)

Job Type
Local

Offering
Nursing

Profession
RN

Specialty
MedSurg

Job ID
16701538

Job Title
RN - MedSurg

Weekly Pay
$1737.0

Shift Details

Scheduled Hours
36

Job Order Details

Start Date
10/01/2025

End Date
09/30/2030

Duration
261 Week(s)

Required Certifications for Submittal
Med Surgical RN

Job Description

Registered Nurse (RN)

Departments: Medical Surgical

Qualifications:

Current and valid RN license in any state.
18 months experience in specialty care area (within the past 5 years)
Demonstrated clinical competency in acute and long-term care settings.
Proficiency in electronic medical record documentation.
- (Trainings on VA systems will be provided during 2-day orientation prior to official start.)
Ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams.
Strong communication and critical thinking skills.

Key Responsibilities:
1. Patient/Resident Safety & Confidentiality

Maintain confidentiality of patient/resident information.
Ensure a safe care environment in compliance with The Joint Commission, VA regulations, and other oversight bodies.
Adhere to protocols for medication administration, discharge processes, restraint usage, hazardous waste disposal, and patient/family education.

2. Patient/Resident-Centered Care

Conduct comprehensive health assessments and develop interdisciplinary care plans.
Monitor and respond to changes in patient/resident conditions.
Document all relevant data in the electronic medical record.
Complete nursing assessments within required timeframes.
Address emotional and spiritual needs of patients/residents and families.
Update care plans and communicate changes to the assigned physician.
Report any incidents of abuse immediately to the Nurse Manager or designated leadership.

3. Clinical Duties

Perform head-to-toe assessments.
Insert and manage IV lines, including peripheral, central, and PICC lines.
Administer medications, including IV therapies.
Coordinate admissions and discharges.
Measure and monitor vital signs, including pain and pulse oximetry.
Conduct wound care and dressing changes; obtain wound cultures.
Collect and deliver lab specimens.
Provide tracheostomy and non-acute ventilator care.
Perform oral, nasogastric, and tracheostomy suctioning, including deep suctioning.
Administer tube feedings and manage urinary/bowel elimination needs.
Educate patients/residents and families on diagnoses and medications.
Respond to emergency situations.
Provide clinical oversight to LPNs, Nursing Assistants, and Health Technicians.
Conduct one-to-one and virtual patient observation.
Perform capillary blood glucose testing and monitoring.

Medical-Surgical RN Specialty Responsibilities

Medical-Surgical RNs provide care for patients with complex medical conditions and surgical needs. Additional responsibilities include:

Pre- and Post-Operative Care
- Prepare patients for surgical procedures, including education and consent verification.
- Monitor post-operative patients for complications and ensure pain management protocols are followed.
- Perform surgical site assessments and dressing changes.
Complex Patient Management
- Manage patients with multiple comorbidities and varying acuity levels.
- Administer and monitor IV therapies, blood transfusions, and electrolyte replacements.
- Perform frequent assessments to detect early signs of deterioration and intervene promptly.
Coordination of Care
- Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care.
- Facilitate discharge planning and patient education for recovery and self-care at home.
Technical Skills
- Operate and troubleshoot medical-surgical equipment such as infusion pumps, wound vacs, and telemetry monitors.
- Perform advanced procedures including central line care, chest tube management, and nasogastric tube insertion.
Patient Education
- Provide education on surgical procedures, recovery expectations, medication regimens, and lifestyle modifications.
- Support patients and families in understanding complex diagnoses and treatment plans.

Client Details

Address
1250 Poydras Street, 4Th Floor, Suite 400

City
New Orleans

State
LA

Zip Code
70113

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