St. Tammany Parish Hospital
Location
Covington, Louisiana
The nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care using the nursing process and therapeutic interventions within a critical care setting. They also supervise various support staff including LPNs, unit assistants, and patient care attendants.
Candidates must have critical care experience and a current Louisiana RN license. Required certifications include BLS upon hire, with ACLS, PALS, and NIHSS required within six months.
Critical care experience required; ED experience preferred. Successfully completed Board Certified Nursing Program. Current LA RN licensure. BLS required upon hire. ACLS/PALS/NIHSS required within 6 months of hire. Excellent computer skills required. Independent thinker with ability to adapt to changing environment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 50 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise. Physical Effort required: Constant (67%-100%) - seeing Frequently (34%-66%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling/feeling, talking and hearing Occasionally (1%-33%) - climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), stooping and crouching Contact Information: Hedda L Lacoste, HR Talent Partner Talent Acquisition - Human Resources EMPLOYMENT Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. St. Tammany Health System is a full-service acute care facility that delivers today’s life-improving procedures with the latest technology, highest quality and the utmost care to area residents. From wellness and prevention to diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and recovery, the St. Tammany Health System delivers the very latest technology, the most accomplished specialists and highly personalized, caring staff to ensure patients and their families receive world-class healthcare close to home. St. Tammany Health System is an independent service district in a clinically integrated partnership with Ochsner Health System. Together, the two organizations focus on aligning their healthcare offerings to best serve patients and families in west St. Tammany Parish and surrounding areas.
