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Provides comprehensive professional nursing care to critically ill patients in the Surgical Intensive Care Unit and Step Down. Patients are recovering from medical conditions and surgical procedures that are characterized by the presence of real or potential life-threatening health problems and require continuous observation and intervention to prevent complications and restore health. Independently plans, schedules, and provides comprehensive nursing care without specific instructions, and solves all but the most acute problems on own initiative. Discusses the needs of the patient, the kind of physical care, and personal relationships, and behavioral patterns to be enforced and those to be avoided. Communicates patient progress or lack of to physicians and supervisory nursing personnel. Accompanies and assists physicians with complex and potentially life-threatening procedures such as the insertion of arterial and venous catheters, chest tubes, and endotracheal tubes. The incumbent will have a working knowledge of cardiac drugs, hemodynamic monitoring, critical thinking skills, and thorough documentation skills. Benefits: 26 days of paid annual (vacation/personal) leave each year. 13 days of sick leave each year. 15 days of military leave each year for active reservists and National Guard members. 10 paid Federal holidays each year. Liability protection. Educational and research benefits through facility-based continuing medical education, opportunity for participation in state-of-the-art research programs, and the opportunity to provide training for health care trainees.Opportunities for scholarship funding of baccalaureate degree in nursing and advanced degrees in nursing or related field.Career development opportunities and ability to transfer to VA facilities located throughout the United States.

Three (3) funded nursing trainee positions for graduate & post-graduate nursing students in the areas of Nursing Administration, Nursing Research Practicum and Clinical Nurse Specialist. , Three (3) funded nursing trainee positions for graduate & post-graduate nursing students in the areas of Nursing Administration, Nursing Research Practicum and Clinical Nurse Specialist. The trainee will participate in and contribute to Veterans-focused care that reflects VA´s health care priorities and special emphasis programs such as Palliative Care, Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) and Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) Veterans, Transforming Care at the Bedside, nursing research, Institute for Healthcare Improvement´s (IHI) 5 Million Lives Campaign, American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Magnet Designation, leadership curricula, informatics, mental health initiatives and more. The Department of Veterans Affairs has a rich history of supporting nursing students in their learning and career pursuits.

Looking for experienced Registered Nurses with experience in Labor and Delivery, Nursery, OB and PostPartum - Special PRN pay rates

Registered Nurses licensed in LouisianaMust have 3+ years of L&D, Nursery, and OB/PP experienceMust possess strong assessment skills mother and baby.Must have BLS, ACLS, and NRP certifications

The Director is responsible for integrating their departments services with the hospitals primary functions. The director coordinates and integrates services within their department(s) and with other departments. The director develops and implements policies and procedures that guide and support the provision of services. The director recommends a sufficient number of qualified and competent persons to provide care/service and assures the qualifications and competence of those staff members (who are not licensed independent practitioners) meet the needs of patient care and non-patient care services. The director provides orientation, in-service training, and continuing education of all persons in their department(s). The director continuously assesses and improves their departments performance and maintains appropriate quality control program. The director recommends space and other resources needed by the department and participates in selecting outside resources needed by their department(s). Director of Surgical Services position directs perioperative services including OR Surgery, Endoscopy, Recovery, Pre-Admit. 4 OR suites. 39 FTEs.AORN preferred, must have or be able to attain current state license.Relocation and sign-on bonus negotiable.

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This is a temporary position, not to exceed 2.5 years. The Registered Nurse/Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder/Primary Care Case Manager functions as a case manager, consultant and educator while providing collaborative care to community based outpatient clinics (CBOC) patients. This nurse will perform assessments and provided collaborative for the study entitled Telemedicine Outreach for Post Traumatic Stress in CBOCs (TOP). The care provided by this professional nurse is performed via telephone contact with patients referred by CBOCs in Longview, Texas, Texarkana, Arkansas, and Monroe, Louisiana based on screening results and/or request from their primary care provider.

Staff members work 12 hour shifts.Seven bed Level II unit, located next to well-baby nursery with quick access for infants requiring assistance. Fully equipped.

Work for this outstanding organization where you are a valued member of the team in a department with no vacancies.

PositionExciting opportunity to provide leadership within a newly remodeled birth center with 12 labor and delivery suites, 23 antepartum/postpartum/GYN surgery beds, as well as three operating roomsDepartment possesses a collaborative, family-like cultureOversees an excellent fully-staffed department including 40 FTEs with a current patient satisfaction score of 90%Seeking a collaborative and progressive leader who can provide new and creative ideas to help the department continue to grow. Partnering with the physicians will be crucial for the incoming director, as well as the ability to provide hands-on leadership while also guiding global view initiatives.OrganizationProgressive and dynamic organization that has won several awards for quality service lines451-bed, not-for-profit community hospital located on the West Bank of the Mississippi River on a more than 20 acre sprawling campus just minutes from downtown New OrleansAchieved five-star ratings for clinical quality and performance excellence in medical diagnostics, disease treatment, technology and researchRanked one of the Top 10 Best Places to Work in New Orleans metropolitan area six years in a rowCommunityNew Orleans is a historically, architecturally and culturally-rich city that exudes charm and a welcoming spiritIn the home of Mardi Gras and jazz, enjoy famed restaurants and music clubs that are humming nightlyBeautiful architecture and historic sites abound in the French Quarter, as well as a plethora of markets, vendors and showsEnjoy outdoor activities and sports such as golf, fishing, running, bicycling, swamp tours and ecotours This charming city offers a neighborhood to appeal to every lifestyle, as well as an award-winning county school systemA historic, architectural and cultural experience that attracts more than 10 million people to the area each yearArt galleries, restaurants, bistros and cafes are a short stroll or trolley ride away; thriving shopping districts, nightlife and music add to the variety of activities to be enjoyed hereQualificationsQualified candidates will have a bachelors degree in nursing and a minimum of three years of leadership experience in women´s services

7A - 7P & 7P - 7A Full time position available.Clinical Excellence starts with Exceptional Nurses. You can play a crucial role in providing excellent patient care when you join our team! Opelousas General Health System has an immediate opening for a Registered Nurse on the Medical-Surgical Unit. This unit serves patients with multiple medical conditions, including pneumonia, diabetes, and renal problems. The unit also manages patient post-operatively. The RN candidate will be responsible for independent planning and implementing those activities essential to the provision of quality nursing care for assigned patients. A qualified candidate must be patient-focused. Posses a minimum of an Associate Degree in Nursing; a BSN is encouraged. Must also have a current license to practice as an RN in the State of Louisiana. Experience preferred; New Graduates are welcomed. Certifications include CPR and ACLS. Other certification opportunities available include PALS. Interested candidates should complete the online application below. For immediate consideration, once the online application is complete, forward your professional resume to ronnieursin@opelousasgeneral.com.

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7P - 7A Full time position available. ACLS, PALS preferred.RN Unit Coordinator ICU 7P - 7A Full time position available. ACLS, PALS Preferred.

B.E. Smith would like to inform you of an outstanding opportunity for a Director of Performance Improvement within a client hospital in Louisiana. POSITIONReports to the Vice President of Ancillary Services and oversees approximately 5 FTEs Responsible for reporting to various hospital committees and executives, documentation, education through the organization, as well as accreditation of services specific to echo cardiology, breast center, and radiation therapy.Ideal candidates will be autonomous, effective communicators, who are strong collaborators with physicians, senior administration, and other professional colleagues. Bachelors required, masters and CPHQ preferred.ORGANIZATIONThe Hospital is a 320-bed, not-for-profit Joint Commission accredited facility with over 1300 employees This is a full-service operation with few nearby competitors and boasts 150 physicians with extremely active cardiology and oncology programs serving the three parish area, and received the 2007 HealthGrade´s Distinguished Hospital Award for Patient Safety A range of services such as a Women´s Center, cancer care, outpatient surgery, diagnostic imaging, Women´s Diagnostic and Breast Imaging Center, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, emergency care and a community outreach center are provided COMMUNITYThis city is home to over 32,000 residents located in Louisiana´s beautiful Cajun Country Part of a larger parish, this well-developed cultural community includes museums, live concerts, off-Broadway plays, Community Theater, art guilds, excellent schools, antebellum homes, and bountiful seafoodThis Bayou community is located less than an hour from New Orleans and is within minutes of the Gulf of Mexico. Recreational opportunities abound in this tourist area with hunting and fishing spots that are second-to-none There is no cost to you for our services. I encourage you or a colleague to contact me quickly to learn more about this exciting opportunity.