About this opportunity
St. Tammany Health System lists this RN Staff Telemetry Medicine opportunity in covington, Louisiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Join to apply for the RN Staff Telemetry Medicine role at St. Tammany Health System .
We are committed to attracting and retaining the best professionals for every position in our health system. Our facility is located in the scenic community of Covington, Louisiana.
Job Description and Position Requirements
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36
Work Shift: 7 am or 7 pm FT or PRN (as needed)
Summary of the Job
The Registered Nurse coordinates clinical activities for the Medical/Surgical patient. Responsibilities include the use of the nursing process – organization, planning, implementing, evaluating, and providing care to meet the patient’s specific needs. The RN also supervises Licensed Practical Nurses, Unit Assistants, and Certified Nursing Assistants, works within the State Nurse Practice Act and hospital policies, and supports departmental and hospital objectives.
Minimum Qualifications
Successfully completed a Board Certified Nursing Program.
Current Louisiana RN licensure.
Current BLS certification from an International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) course that includes a manikin check‑off. (Courses such as those offered by Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, or American Red Cross are acceptable.)
ALS encouraged.
Basic EKG skills encouraged within six months of hire.
Excellent computer skills required.
Ability to work 12‑hour shifts and meet holiday and weekend requirements.
Physical Demands
Good physical health required, including standing, sitting, or walking for long periods. Must lift at least 50 pounds and work in a moderately noisy environment.
Physical effort required:
Constant (67%‑100%) – seeing
Frequently (34%‑66%) – lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling/feeling, talking, hearing
Occasionally (1%‑33%) – climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), stooping, 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 themselves according to our mission, vision, and values. Please review these expectations before applying. If you are unable to demonstrate these 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. We are 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.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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Worksite address
covington, LA, 70435, US
Who can apply
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