Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN)
Location: West Ascension Parish Hospital
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Nursing
Reports To: Director of Nursing
Job Summary:
West Ascension Parish Hospital is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our healthcare team. The RN will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care, performing clinical assessments, administering medications, and collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide direct patient care in accordance with established protocols and procedures.
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized care plans.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Monitor patient progress and report any changes in condition to the healthcare team.
- Educate patients and their families on disease management, treatment options, and post-discharge care.
- Collaborate with physicians, other nurses, and healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation.
- Ensure compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
- Participate in ongoing professional development and continuing education activities.
- Assist in maintaining a clean, safe, and supportive environment for patients and staff.
Qualifications:
- Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Louisiana.
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate’s degree in Nursing (ADN) considered.
- Minimum of 1-2 years of clinical nursing experience, preferably in a hospital setting.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred.
- Strong clinical skills with the ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Compassionate, patient-focused approach to care.
Work Environment:
- Fast-paced hospital environment.
- Requires standing, walking, and lifting for extended periods.
- Exposure to infectious diseases and hazardous materials.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement plan.
- Paid time off and holiday pay.
- Continuing education opportunities.
West Ascension Parish Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN, Permanent
Pay: $32.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Travel reimbursement
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Emergency Medicine
- Geriatrics
- Medical-Surgical
- Telemetry
Physical setting:
- Acute care
- ER
- Hospital
- Inpatient
- JCAHO accredited facility
- Medical laboratory
- Outpatient
- Telehealth
Standard shift:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
Supplemental pay types:
Supplemental schedule:
Weekly schedule:
- 3x12
- 4x10
- 4x12
- 5x8
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Nursing: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- RN (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Donaldsonville, LA 70346 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Donaldsonville, LA 70346: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person