Woman’s Med-Surg/Oncology Unit is a __ 36 bed unit that cares for adult patients with a wide range of medical and surgical needs including but not limited to surgical oncology for gynecologic and breast cancers, complications of cancer therapy, surgical interventions, Bariatric, General and Plastic Surgeries, Infusion therapy and treatment of a variety of other medical and surgical conditions. Our team of doctors, specialists, surgeons, nurses, social workers, dieticians and caregivers are backed by the latest in surgical interventions, research and advanced medical treatments. Woman’s creates a compassionate, supportive, safe and therapeutic environment for patients, families and staff.

Seasonal Staffing Requirements:

• Current Louisiana RN license or compact RN license with privileges to practice in Louisiana
• Two years as a registered nurse with most of that experience in med-surg and/or oncology
• CPR/BLS certification
• 12 week commitment
• 36 hours per week (7am to 7pm shift) including weekend requirements

Responsibilities of the Seasonal RN include, but are not limited to:

• Assesses, monitors and evaluates patient status by observing the patient, noting data collected by other team members and analyzing this information to independently develop a plan of nursing care.
• Develops a detailed plan of care, which includes patient / family education, based on initial and on-going assessment findings to optimize patient outcomes.
• Communicates with patients, families, subordinate staff and peers to ensure that plans and associated interventions are understood, operationalized and revised, as appropriate to the patient’s age, culture, condition, and unique needs/circumstances.
• Evaluates patient response to treatment and nursing interventions and if needed, revises the plan of care.
• Establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with physicians and other health care providers to achieve desired patient outcomes throughout the continuum of care.
• Direct/coordinate nursing care in accordance with professional nursing practice standards.
• Performs other duties assigned by Department management according to policies and procedures and the mission of Woman's Hospital.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Woman’s Hospital. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.