40 general nursing jobs found in Lake Charles, LA

Description Summary: A Registered Professional Nurse is responsible for the delivery of patient care through the process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation. In addition, the Registered Professional Nurse prescribes, delegates, coordinates, supervises and evaluates patient teaching and the activities of the ancillary nursing personnel while maintaining the standards of professional nursing. The Registered Nurse is able to provide direct and indirect care to patients. Requirements: Graduate of a State Board School of Nursing or equivalent Six (6) months experience preferred Current RN license or permit to practice professional nursing in the State of Louisiana American Heart Association BLS – within two (2) weeks of employment  ACLS provider certification preferred  De-escalation training required Work Type: Part Time

Description Summary: Performs clinical duties as delegated by primary nurse and within the scope of this job description and training. Requirements: High school diploma or GED preferred American Heart Association Basic Life Support Current Nurse Aide Certification from the State of Louisiana Work Type: Full Time

Description Summary: Performs clinical duties as delegated by primary nurse and within the scope of this job description and training. Requirements: High school diploma or GED preferred American Heart Association Basic Life Support  Current Nurse Aide Certification from the State of Louisiana Work Type:  Full Time ·Nightshifts 7pm - 7am

Description Summary: The Licensed Practical assists the Registered Nurse in the delivery of patient care. Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, the LPN is responsible for administering direct patient care, treatments as ordered by the physician and administering medications as outlined by hospital policy and procedure. Requirements: Graduate of a State Board accredited Practical School of Nursing or equivalent Six (6) months experience preferred. Current license or permit to practice professional nursing in the State of Louisiana Upon hire BLS – upon hire ACLS-within 6 months of hire Demonstrates appropriate care and interventions for the medical surgical patient Performs focal assessments in co-ordination with the Registered Nurse Collaborates frequently with registered nurse Demonstrates the ability to appropriately monitor and provide interventions for actual or potential patient adverse reaction to medications. Demonstrates...

Description Summary: The CHRISTUS Ochsner Health Float Pool is established to provide supplemental staffing to the SWLA Ministry while providing excellent patient care. Float Pool Associates will receive an elevated compensation rate and are required to comply with all CHRISTUS policies, procedures, and patient care standards. There is no guarantee, expressed or implied, that Associate will receive any set amount of hours to work each week. Required 4 years of RN experience in Medical Surgical. Requirements: Graduate of a State Board accredited School of Nursing or equivalent Current RN license or permit to practice professional nursing in the State of Louisiana American Heart Association BLS – within two (2) weeks of employment Required 4 years of RN experience in Medical Surgical Current ACLS certification at time of hire or within 12 weeks of hire for experienced RNs Current PALS certification at time of hire or within 12 weeks of hire for...

Description Summary: The staff Medical Surgical Nurse (RN) is a professional nurse and is a leader of an interdisciplinary team assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating, and documenting care, and delivers the highest levels of care to the patient and family. Care is driven by the focus of compassion and servant leadership, through an atmosphere that is continuously evolving. This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of CHRISTUS St. Patrick Health System and demonstrating behavior consistent with the Core Values. Our Medical Surgical Unit at CHRISTUS St. Patrick Health System is a 29-bed unit. This unit provides care primarily for the younger adult, adult and geriatric population for all medical surgical diagnosis. Our MedSurg unit is an excellent environment for newer nurses to hone their experience, and the experienced nurse to shine as a leader. THIS IS NIGHT SHIFT ONLY! Requirements: Graduate of a...

Description Summary: The CHRISTUS Ochsner Health Float Pool is established to provide supplemental staffing to the SWLA Ministry while providing excellent patient care. Float Pool Associates will receive an elevated compensation rate and are required to comply with all CHRISTUS policies, procedures, and patient care standards. There is no guarantee, expressed or implied, that Associate will receive any set amount of hours to work each week. Required 4 years of RN experience in Medical Surgical. Requirements: Graduate of a State Board accredited School of Nursing or equivalent Current RN license or permit to practice professional nursing in the State of Louisiana American Heart Association BLS – within two (2) weeks of employment Required 4 years of RN experience in Medical Surgical Current ACLS certification at time of hire or within 12 weeks of hire for experienced RNs Current PALS certification at time of hire or within 12 weeks of hire for...

Description Summary: The Medical Surgical Ortho Neuro Inpatient Unit is a 22-bed unit specializing in surgical orthopedic and spine patients. This unit provides care most frequently for adult and geriatric patients. Primarily elective procedures, this specialty inpatient unit operates at an accelerated pace geared toward discharging patients safely to their homes with same day or next day discharge goals. RNs work very closely with MDs and their NP to provide an extraordinary level of post-surgical care.  Requirements: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Current Louisiana State RN license Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support Must be able to communicate effectively and professionally with patients, families, and medical staff both verbally and written

Description Summary: The Behavioral Health Inpatient Unit is a 25-bed unit. This unit provides psychiatric treatment for adults (18 years and older) and older adult patients (55 and above) that are exhibiting acute psychiatric conditions who require 24-hour inpatient treatment. The Behavioral Health RN is part of a multi-disciplinary team of professional’s that provide individualized care to each patient with a primary objective of assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of each patient in a therapeutic environment that fosters positive change.  Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents nursing care in accordance with facility and departmental policies and in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice. This position is accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered by self or others who are under his/her direction. Requirements: Graduate of a State Board School of Nursing or equivalent. Six (6) months experience preferred...

Description Summary: The RN, Registered Nurse Emergency Department is a vital leader of an interdisciplinary team assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating, and documenting care in efforts to deliver the highest levels of care to the patient and family. This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of CHRISTUS Health St. Patrick Health System, and demonstrating behavior consistent with the Core Values. Our Emergency Department unit at CHRISTUS Health St. Patrick Health System is a 16-bed emergency room with two rapid medical assessment rooms. The Emergency Department provides stabilizing care to patients with life-threatening or potential life-threatening emergencies. Requirements: Graduate of a school of nursing Current Louisiana State RN Licensure Critical Care experience preferred At least 1 year of nursing experience in an acute setting preferred Current BLS Must be able to communicate effectively and...

Description Summary: The staff Medical Surgical Nurse (RN) is a professional nurse and is a leader of an interdisciplinary team assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating, and documenting care, and delivers the highest levels of care to the patient and family. Care is driven by the focus of compassion and servant leadership, through an atmosphere that is continuously evolving. This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of CHRISTUS St. Patrick Health System and demonstrating behavior consistent with the Core Values. Our Medical Surgical Unit at CHRISTUS St. Patrick Health System is a 29 bed unit. This unit provides care primarily for the younger adult, adult and geriatric population for all medical surgical diagnosis. Unit 51 is an excellent environment for newer nurses to hone their experience, and the experienced nurse to shine as a leader. Requirements: Graduate of a school of nursing Current Louisiana...

Description Summary: Under the general supervision of the Charge Nurse and/or the OR Manager, the RN staff nurse is responsible for the delivery of patient care by the use of the nursing process. The RN is responsible for the plan of care for the surgical patient Requirements: Graduate of a nursing program, BSN preferred. 3 years acute care preferred Current Louisiana Registered Nursing license BLS completed, ACLS completed within 3 months of hire Certified Nurse of Operating Room (CNOR) preferred Work Type: Full Time

Description Summary: The RN, Registered Nurse Emergency Department is a vital leader of an interdisciplinary team assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating, and documenting care in efforts to deliver the highest levels of care to the patient and family. This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of CHRISTUS Health St. Patrick Health System, and demonstrating behavior consistent with the Core Values. Our Emergency Department unit at CHRISTUS Health St. Patrick Health System is a 16-bed emergency room with two rapid medical assessment rooms. The Emergency Department provides stabilizing care to patients with life-threatening or potential life-threatening emergencies. Requirements: Graduate of a school of nursing Current Louisiana State RN Licensure Critical Care experience preferred At least 1 year of nursing experience in an acute setting preferred Current BLS Must be able to communicate effectively and...

Description Summary: The Registered Nurse is responsible for seeing that the plan of care is followed through direct performance and/or leadership of other personnel in compliance with established policies and procedures. Requirements: ·Education/knowledge of general nursing theory, process, and practice. ·Graduate of a nursing school  · BS in nursing preferred but not required ·One year acute care experience preferred SGNA certification preferred · Current Louisiana nursing license Work Type:  Per Diem As Needed 

Description Summary: Performs clinical duties as delegated by primary nurse and within the scope of this job description and training. Requirements: High school diploma or GED preferred American Heart Association Basic Life Support Current Nurse Aide Certification from the State of Louisiana Work Type: Part Time

Description Summary: Performs clinical duties as delegated by primary nurse and within the scope of this job description and training. Requirements: High school diploma or GED preferred American Heart Association Basic Life Support Current Nurse Aide Certification from the State of Louisiana Work Type: PRN

Description Summary: Applications ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED for our upcoming residency cohort! If you are a May 2023 RN graduate -- our RN residency program may be for you! At CHRISTUS Ochsner Health Southwestern Louisiana, we understand that our nurse graduates are the future of health care and because of this, we provide a rewarding career opportunity to those interested in joining our mission. CHRISTUS provides a year long developmental and on-boarding program to help newly licensed registered nurses obtain the skills and confidence necessary for providing high quality patient care through evidence-based training and critical thinking alongside our recognized professionals. Each new graduate who joins the CHRISTUS Ochsner Health Southwestern Louisiana team will be enrolled in a comprehensive orientation and assigned to a preceptor. Your personal preceptor will be in your home unit and will support you through the program, show you the ropes and guide you through a...

Description Summary: The RN, Registered Nurse Emergency Department is a vital leader of an interdisciplinary team assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating, and documenting care in efforts to deliver the highest levels of care to the patient and family. This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of CHRISTUS Ochsner Lake Area Hospital, and demonstrating behavior consistent with the Core Values. Our Emergency Department unit at CHRISTUS Ochsner Lake Area Hospital is a 9-bed emergency room with two rapid medical assessment rooms. The Emergency Department provides stabilizing care to patients with life-threatening or potential life-threatening emergencies. Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents nursing care in accordance with facility and departmental policies and in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice. This position is accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered by...

Description Summary: The CHRISTUS Ochsner SWLA Surgical Services Float Pool is established to provide supplemental staffing to the SWLA Ministry while providing excellent patient care. Float Pool Associates are required to comply with all CHRISTUS policies, procedures, and patient care standards. There is not a guarantee, expressed or implied, that Associate will receive any set amount of hours worked. Must have a minimum of 1 years’ experience as a RN in Surgical / GI Services. Which includes but not limited to: Preoperative, Operative and Postoperative areas. Requirements: · Maintain current Louisiana license, BLS, ACLS, PALS, and conscious sedation. · Maintain current address, telephone and email AND be accessible by telephone and email. · Associate will participate in all mandatory annual Employee Health requirements. (TB, Flu shot, Fit test, etc.). · Associate will participate in mandatory education. · Associate will be on call 2 summer and 2...

Description Summary: The Registered Nurse is responsible for seeing that the plan of care is followed through direct performance and/or leadership of other personnel in compliance with established policies and procedures. Requirements: · Education/knowledge of general nursing theory, process, and practice. · Graduate of a nursing school  · BS in nursing preferred but not required · One year acute care experience preferred SGNA certification preferred · Current Louisiana nursing license Work Type:  Full Time

Description Summary: Provides circulating nurse services in the operating room during surgical or pain management procedures and assists the surgical team as needed in any other capacity, according to established procedures. The staffing of the Center is based on a teamwork concept. Employees may be cross-trained in other clinical areas and may be expected to perform duties other than their normal ones as staffing and patient needs change.  Responsibilities:  Supervises and directs patient care in the individual operating /pain rooms  Performs all circulating duties with efficiency and speed  Ensure patient’s emotional, physical and psychological needs are met  Ensures that proper techniques and practices are used according to accepted standards of practice  Supervises and assists scrub technician as necessary  Ensures care of patient through proper identification, checking of chart, and reporting of changes in condition  Performs scrub duties as necessary...

Description Summary: The RN, Registered Nurse Emergency Department is a vital leader of an interdisciplinary team assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating, and documenting care in efforts to deliver the highest levels of care to the patient and family. This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of CHRISTUS Health St. Patrick Health System, and demonstrating behavior consistent with the Core Values. Our Emergency Department unit at CHRISTUS Health St. Patrick Health System is a 16-bed emergency room with two rapid medical assessment rooms. The Emergency Department provides stabilizing care to patients with life-threatening or potential life-threatening emergencies. Requirements: Graduate of a school of nursing Current Louisiana State RN Licensure Critical Care experience preferred At least 1 year of nursing experience in an acute setting preferred Current BLS Must be able to communicate effectively and...

Description Summary: Oversees and coordinates day-to-day activities of nursing personnel in patient care units, provides direction to Clinical Staff, implements work of assigned units and coordinates activities with other patient care units and related departments. Requirements: · Graduate of a Registered Nursing program, bachelor's degree preferred · Excellent customer service, negotiation and communication skills · Minimum of 2 years clinical patient care experience in a relevant setting · Minimum of 1 year of experience overseeing work of assigned units · Previous healthcare management experience, preferred · RN license in good standing in state of employment or a compact state, if applicable · Registered Nurse (RN) required · American Heart Association Basic Life Support Work Type: Full Time

Description Summary: Oversees and coordinates day-to-day activities of nursing personnel in patient care units, provides direction to Clinical Staff, implements work of assigned units and coordinates activities with other patient care units and related departments. Requirements: · Graduate of a Registered Nursing program, bachelor's degree preferred · Excellent customer service, negotiation and communication skills · Minimum of 2 years clinical patient care experience in a relevant setting · Minimum of 1 year of experience overseeing work of assigned units · Previous healthcare management experience, preferred · RN license in good standing in state of employment or a compact state, if applicable · Registered Nurse (RN) required · American Heart Association Basic Life Support Work Type: Full Time