Nurse Practitioner - Acute Care jobs in Baton Rouge, LA

Our team is made up of specialized, highly trained individuals. Our mission is to put residents first and provide the highest level of care to maximize recovery.

We are looking for the best and brightest talent to join our team. We are currently seeking a compassionate, friendly, and professional individual who is looking for a long-term career to call home. If you are a team player who has a passion for leadership and drive to ensure the finest care and the best outcomes for our residents, we want to talk to you!

We offer:

• Competitive Compensation
• Vacation and sick pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life benefits
• Short-term and Long-term Disability Benefits
• Advancement and growth opportunities
• Community Savings Program
• An exceptional commitment to helping you maintain a health work-life balance

Job Description:

• Asses each resident’s skin condition weekly and as necessary including stage, size, sites, depth, color, drainage, and odor of each condition. Report any changes to physician, charge nurse, Nursing Supervisor, Director of Nursing, and take follow up action.
• Instruct nursing assistants in proper, preventative safety measures and use of adaptive equipment to meet residents’ needs.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team and rehabilitation meetings as required.
• Provide assistance with daily nursing rounds.
• Administer medications and treatment in an accurate and timely manner to residents in accordance with physician’s orders.
• Monitor and document effectiveness of treatment and medication.
• Provide emergency care to residents when necessary.
• Always maintain a courteous and professional appearance.
• Follow facility policy and procedures as outlined in Employee Handbook .

Skills and Qualifications:

• Valid LPN/RN License
• Valid CPR Certification
• Wound care experience preferred
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail

Job Type: Full-time

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics

Physical setting:

• Long term care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• LPN (Preferred)
• RN (Preferred)

Work Location: In person