What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN- Med/Tele, Weekend Plus (FT Days), The General position at Baton Rouge General Medical Center - Mid City?
Where Excellence Meets Compassion – RN Med-Tele at BRG
What You’ll Do:
To improve the quality of life of patients and families by coordinating patient care processes of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation in collaboration with the patient, family, physician, and appropriate support services for the age population served, as defined in the department’s scope of service.
Essential Job Functions:
1. Coordinates patient assessment through collection of patient’s health data.
2. Analyzes patient assessments to determine nursing diagnoses and identifies expected outcomes.
3. Coordinates an interdisciplinary plan of care that prescribes interventions to attain expected outcomes.
4. Implements the interventions identified in the plan of care.
5. Evaluates the patient’s progress toward attainment of outcomes.
6. Responsible for the initiation and management of non-titrated IV cardiac infusions.
7. Responsible for performing appropriate interpretation of ECG rhythm strips and management of interventions.
8. Sets up and performs Cardioversion procedures.
9. Administers and monitors Procedural Sedation.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.
What We’re Looking For:
· 1 year clinical RN experience preferred
· Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 1 year
· Current Louisiana RN licensure
· Knowledge of basic ECG rhythm interpretation
Why You’ll Love Working With Us:
At Baton Rouge General our patients aren't the only people we take care of—we take care of our team too. We are proud to offer our employees the benefits and resources they need to be their best selves at work and at home.
· A comprehensive benefits program for you and your family
· Professional development & support
· Various employee perks including generous paid time off, flexible positions, and our Baton Rouge General Fit! program
· We are a nationally and locally recognized leader in quality and ranked one of the best healthcare employers in the state
Check out our employee perks here
What Sets BRG Apart:
At Baton Rouge General we are a community of compassionate, caring individuals who set the bar when it comes to healthcare excellence. Our mission is to preserve and restore health, one person at a time. From clinical to non-clinical – what you do here matters.
With over 600 licensed beds between three campuses, Baton Rouge General offers the full spectrum of care from delivering newborns to providing end-of-life support through hospice. With clinics located throughout Baton Rouge and the surrounding areas, our physician group provides patients with comprehensive care and a full suite of specialties, including internal and family medicine and specialty care.
Ready to be part of a team that values your skills and dedication? Apply now and take the next step in your nursing career with us.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Experience
Required: None
Preferred: 1 year of clinical nursing experience
Education
Required: None
Certifications & Licensure
Required: Current Louisiana RN licensure
Preferred: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 1 year
Special Skills or Knowledge
Required: Knowledge of basic ECG rhythm interpretation.
Full-Time