Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
LHC Group
New Orleans, LA
$83K+/yearOverview
- Start DateASAP
- SettingHospital
Pay
Benefits
- Holiday Pay
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Employee assistance programs
Qualifications
- Resume
- Intensive Care Unit Nurse (1 year)
- Eligible to work in US
- Oasis and HomeCare/HomeBase Experience Highly Preferred
Description
***Please note that the salary will be commensurate with experience.
Summary We are hiring for an ICU Registered Nurse to join our team. Low nurse to patient ratio ICU unit on an LTAC floor Nights 7p-7a
At Ochsner Extended Care Hospital, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve—it truly is all about helping people.
We strive to offer benefits that reward the whole you!
· employee wellness programs
· flexibility for true work-life balance
· holidays & paid time off
· continuing education & career growth opportunities
· company-wide support & resources to help you achieve your goals
Take your career to a new level of caring. Apply today!
Responsibilities
The Registered Nurse (RN) in LTAC assumes full nursing responsibility for the delivery of care to all patients in the hospital. Continuously evaluates personal and professional performance and makes necessary changes to increase productivity and quality of care delivered. Adheres to and supports the policies/procedures/goals/objectives of the hospital in an attempt to provide quality patient care. Strives for independence and strong sound decision making in delivery of health care, and does so in a cost-effective manner without compromising quality of care and techniques. Develops the patient plan of care and implements treatment strategies that are based on scientific nursing theory related to self-care and that promote physical, psychosocial, and spiritual health. Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
Education and Experience Education Requirements
- Registered Nurse from an accredited school of nursing.
- ICU experience
- CPR certification.
- ACLS certification
- Current RN license in the state of Louisiana
- CCRN/PCCN certification, preferred
- Knowledge of general nursing theory/practice and the ability to supervise and delegate to LPNs, CNAs, and other support staff as appropriate.
Company OverviewLHC Group is committed to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally other protected characteristic.
Ochsner Extended Care Hospital a part of LHC Group family of providers – the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose: It's all about helping people.
Employer
LHC Group
About New Orleans, LA
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