What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse position at CEDAR HEALTH?
CEDAR Health is seeking a compassionate nurse to join our dedicated team treating patients battling with various forms of disordered eating. As one of the main contacts for our patients and families, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals on the journey to recovery and improved mental health.
Responsibilities:
- Assessment and Evaluation
- Education and Resource Coordination
- Patient advocate
- Collaborative care with multidisciplinary team
- Maintain accurate and confidential documentation
- Ensure compliance with legal, ethical, and healthcare standards.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Education: Nursing degree from accredited program
- License: Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of Louisiana
- Required Experience: Minimum 2 years of nursing experience.
- Preferred experience: 2 years of pediatric nursing. Mental health or eating disorder experience.
- Skills:
- Experience conducting patient assessments, drawing blood, and knowledge of nursing workflow.
- Nasogastric (NG) tube experience encouraged.
- Prior experience or willingness to learn to administer EKG testing.
- Strong communication skills with empathetic approach to mental health.
- Familiarity with EHR systems and computer proficiency.
Full time, open to part time with option to increase. Both in-person and telehealth services will be offered. Flexible hours may be required to accommodate schedules of patients and their families.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 25 – 40 per week
Medical specialties:
- Pediatrics
Physical setting:
- Clinic
- Outpatient
- Telehealth
Standard shift:
- Day shift
Weekly schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Nursing: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- RN License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Metairie, LA 70006 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Metairie, LA 70006: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $30