Our ICU is a 17-bed unit specializing in the care of acutely ill adult and geriatric patients. It is a fast-paced environment. We take care of a wide range of patient populations and disease processes. Medical diagnosis includes sepsis, DKA, renal failure, Covid, cardiovascular disease, neurologic disorders and other critical conditions. In addition, we care for multiple surgical procedures including neuro, cardiovascular and general surgeries that require intense observation and treatment. Our nurses must possess the ability to collaborate with other members of the healthcare team including Hospitalists, specialists, case managers and palliative care to direct the care of each individual patient. Our goal for this unit is to deliver the most current up to date evidence base care, focusing on caring for the patient as a whole.
Requirements:
Graduate of a RN program
A valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse within the state of Louisiana.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support or completion within 90 days of employment
ACLS certification within 3 months of hire
Previous Critical Care (ICU) experience or preferred 1 year Med/Surg experience.
CHRISTUS HEALTH is an international Catholic, faith-based, not-for-profit health system comprised of almost more than 600 services and facilities, including more than 60 hospitals and long-term care facilities, 350 clinics and outpatient centers, and dozens of other health ministries and ventures. CHRISTUS operates in 6 U.S. states, Colombia, Chile and 6 states in Mexico. To support our health care ministry, CHRISTUS Health employs approximately 45,000 Associates and has more than 15,000 physicians on medical staffs who provide care and support for patients. CHRISTUS Health is listed among the top ten largest Catholic health systems in the United States.