LCMC Health
RN Behavioral Health Emergency Department NT
LCMC Health, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70123
Overview
RN Behavioral Health Emergency Department NT at LCMC Health Your job is more than a job. You understand the unique challenges and rewards of being a behavioral health nurse because physical health is nothing without mental wellness. You know it’s not always about a cure, so you use every ounce of skill and compassion to comfort patients struggling with diagnoses like depression, bipolar disorder, and social phobias. At the end of the day, it’s about helping each person have a shot at living their best life with the hand they were dealt. This is a calling that doesn’t always end with the shift; health and wellness resources for nurses are provided. You bring experiences, knowledge, skills, empathy, compassion, and your unique contribution to this compassionate nursing role." Your Everyday
Take the lead: prioritizing, coordinating, and delegating all care touchpoints for your patients. Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to ensure appropriate direct patient care. Maintain and advocate a safe environment for everyone. Monitor and engage with your patients, families, and appropriate care team members concerning significant events, patient condition changes, or patient questions and concerns. Prevent and treat wounds. Monitor and execute Joint Commission infection control and environment of care requirements. Ensure continuity of care, efficient throughput, consistent communications, and an exceptional experience for every patient. Advise and consult with supervisor when unable to complete assignments or perform tasks promptly, effectively, or safely. Initiate patient and family education using appropriate resources and continuum of care services. Contribute to the team by assisting others without being asked. Qualifications
The Must-Haves Current nursing license to practice in Louisiana as defined by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing. Enrollment in a BSN program within the first year of hire and completion within 3 years. Current American Heart Association BLS certification. Current CPI (level 1). Current PALs certification (CHNOLA only). Preferred BSN Previous clinical experience in area of expertise. Note: A minimum of 1-year professional nursing experience is required for per diem, Flex-PRN positions. Work Shift
Nights (United States of America) About University Medical Center
University Medical Center, a world class academic medical center in LCMC Health’s community, is the largest medical training center for healthcare professionals in Louisiana and has long served as the region’s safety net hospital for poor and underserved communities for 300+. Learn more about University Medical Center’s legacy and our vision of becoming the epicenter of medical care, education, and research. Your extras
Deliver healthcare with heart. Give people a reason to smile. Put a little love in your work. Be honest and real, but with compassion. Bring some lagniappe into everything you do. Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care. See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective. Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other. Love what makes you, you - because we do. You are welcome here. LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Simple things make the difference. To get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information. To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status may be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States.
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RN Behavioral Health Emergency Department NT at LCMC Health Your job is more than a job. You understand the unique challenges and rewards of being a behavioral health nurse because physical health is nothing without mental wellness. You know it’s not always about a cure, so you use every ounce of skill and compassion to comfort patients struggling with diagnoses like depression, bipolar disorder, and social phobias. At the end of the day, it’s about helping each person have a shot at living their best life with the hand they were dealt. This is a calling that doesn’t always end with the shift; health and wellness resources for nurses are provided. You bring experiences, knowledge, skills, empathy, compassion, and your unique contribution to this compassionate nursing role." Your Everyday
Take the lead: prioritizing, coordinating, and delegating all care touchpoints for your patients. Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to ensure appropriate direct patient care. Maintain and advocate a safe environment for everyone. Monitor and engage with your patients, families, and appropriate care team members concerning significant events, patient condition changes, or patient questions and concerns. Prevent and treat wounds. Monitor and execute Joint Commission infection control and environment of care requirements. Ensure continuity of care, efficient throughput, consistent communications, and an exceptional experience for every patient. Advise and consult with supervisor when unable to complete assignments or perform tasks promptly, effectively, or safely. Initiate patient and family education using appropriate resources and continuum of care services. Contribute to the team by assisting others without being asked. Qualifications
The Must-Haves Current nursing license to practice in Louisiana as defined by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing. Enrollment in a BSN program within the first year of hire and completion within 3 years. Current American Heart Association BLS certification. Current CPI (level 1). Current PALs certification (CHNOLA only). Preferred BSN Previous clinical experience in area of expertise. Note: A minimum of 1-year professional nursing experience is required for per diem, Flex-PRN positions. Work Shift
Nights (United States of America) About University Medical Center
University Medical Center, a world class academic medical center in LCMC Health’s community, is the largest medical training center for healthcare professionals in Louisiana and has long served as the region’s safety net hospital for poor and underserved communities for 300+. Learn more about University Medical Center’s legacy and our vision of becoming the epicenter of medical care, education, and research. Your extras
Deliver healthcare with heart. Give people a reason to smile. Put a little love in your work. Be honest and real, but with compassion. Bring some lagniappe into everything you do. Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care. See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective. Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other. Love what makes you, you - because we do. You are welcome here. LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Simple things make the difference. To get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information. To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status may be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States.
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