Registered Nurse - MS/Tele @ Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center

<p><strong>RN Position Job Notes:</strong></p> <p>Travel or Local Registered Nurse needed for ASAP start. A minimum of 2+ years of recent hospital bedside experience is required. Candidates must be able to start within 5 weeks. Opportunity for extension upon successful completion of the initial assignment. $750 referral bonus available.</p> <p><strong>Opportunity:</strong></p><p>RN - Med Surg Tele</p><p><strong>Job Details:</strong></p><p>• 8-week backfill assignment starting ASAP<br>• 12-hour orientation required<br>• Patient ratio of 6:1 for days, nights, and weekends<br>• 24-bed unit with daily census of 24 patients<br>• Every other holiday coverage required<br>• Weekend coverage required<br>• Float to all other inpatient units as needed (agency nurses are pulled first)<br>• Unable to guarantee specific scheduling requests such as block scheduling<br>• Minimum 2 years of experience in specialty required<br>• Must live more than 65 miles from facility (no local travelers accepted)<br>• Care for adult and geriatric patients with diagnoses including chest pain, CAD, PVD, arrhythmias, DM, COPD exacerbation, pneumonia, hypertension, MI, renal failure, PE, CHF, GI bleed, and syncope<br>• Handle med-surg overflow patients including GI bleed, sepsis, CVA, and COVID positive cases<br>• Perform pre/post cath lab care, PPM/AICD procedures, ablations, post-op CABG, post-op thoracotomy, vascular surgeries, AAA repair<br>• Titrate cardiac and vasoactive drips including Cardizem, Amiodarone, Dobutamine, Nitroglycerin, Dopamine, and heparin<br>• Perform bedside sheath pulling<br>• Work with telemetry monitoring, chest tubes, PCAs, epidurals, and wound vacs<br>• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, telemetry interpretation and dysrhythmia management<br>• Epic charting system experience required<br>• Louisiana or Compact nursing license required upon submittal<br>• NURSYS report required with profile (must be within 4 weeks of submission)<br>• Must agree to participate in "Emergency Team" assignments during facility emergencies<br>• Strict no call-in policy enforced</p><p><strong>Facility:</strong></p><p>This healthcare facility operates a 24-bed medical surgical telemetry unit that provides comprehensive cardiac and medical care services. The facility offers specialized cardiac procedures including catheterization lab services, pacemaker and defibrillator implantations, cardiac surgeries, and vascular procedures. The organization maintains modern equipment and technology to support advanced cardiac monitoring and interventions, with comprehensive interdisciplinary support including physical therapy, respiratory services, pharmacy, and social services.</p><p><strong>Location:</strong></p><p>Lafayette, LA</p><p>Lafayette offers a vibrant cultural experience in the heart of Louisiana&#39;s Cajun country, known for its rich music scene, delicious cuisine, and friendly community atmosphere. The city provides an excellent blend of Southern charm and modern amenities, making it an attractive location for healthcare professionals seeking both career opportunities and cultural experiences.</p>