Registered Nurse (RN) - High Demand Contract - Limited Assignment - ICU/CCU

Your job is more than a job. Critical care nursing is a deeper, more intimate call to care during one of the most vulnerable times in your patient’s life. Responsibilities Take the lead: prioritizing, coordinating, and delegating all care touchpoints for your patients. Evaluate vital signs according to standards of care and monitor life support measures such as advanced heart and respiratory technology. Apply knowledge of complex patient conditions including psycho/social needs. Maintain and advocate a safe environment for everyone. Monitor and engage with patients, families, and appropriate care team members immediately concerning significant events, patient condition changes, or patient questions and concerns. Prevent and treat wounds. Monitor and execute Joint Commission infection control and environment of care requirements. Ensure continuity of care, efficient throughput, consistent communications, and an exceptional experience for every patient. Collaborate and consult with nursing supervisor to identify and meet the overall needs of patient care. Initiate patient and family education using appropriate resources and continuum of care services. Contribute to the team by assisting others without being asked. Work Shift Variable Hours (United States of America) Required Qualifications Current nursing license to practice in Louisiana and as defined by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing. Current American Heart Association BLS certification. Current ACLS certification (must be obtained within 6 months of hire). The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr 100 LCMC Health