What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN - CVRA FT Nights Observation position at Baton Rouge General?
Are you driven to support cardiac patients with precision, skill, and compassionate care?
What We’re Looking For:
- Experienced and compassionate RN skilled in cardiovascular diagnostic and recovery care
- 1 year of nursing experience preferred
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program
- Current Louisiana RN licensure required
- ACLS certification (must be obtained within 1 year of hire)
- Knowledge of ECG rhythm interpretation and procedural sedation practices
- Proficient in cardiac monitoring, arrhythmia intervention, and interdisciplinary collaboration
Why You'll Love Working With Us:At Baton Rouge General our patients aren't the only people we take care of; we take care of our team too. We are proud to offer our employees the benefits and resources they need to be their best selves at work and at home.
- A comprehensive benefits program for you and your family
- Professional development and support
- Various employee perks include generous paid time off, flexible positions, and our Baton Rouge General Fit! program
- We are a nationally and locally recognized leader in quality and ranked one of the best healthcare employers in the state
Check out our employee perks here!
What You Will Do:Coordinate and provide high-quality nursing care for patients undergoing cardiovascular diagnostic procedures, procedural sedation, and cardiac monitoring.
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care in collaboration with patients, families, and healthcare teams
- Perform physical and psychosocial assessments; document findings and care plans in the medical record
- Evaluate patient readiness for and recovery from cardiovascular diagnostic procedures
- Monitor ECG rhythm strips and notify physicians of any changes; manage interventions per ACLS standards
- Set up and monitor patients during Cardioversion, applying electrodes and paddles correctly
- Administer and manage procedural sedation safely and effectively
- Provide individualized patient education and support throughout the care process
- Delegate care appropriately, ensuring oversight and accountability
- Participate in discharge planning and patient handoffs
- Document treatments, interventions, and outcomes thoroughly and promptly
- Perform other duties as assigned
What Sets BRG Apart: At Baton Rouge General, we are a community of compassionate, caring individuals who set the bar when it comes to healthcare excellence. Our mission is to preserve and restore health, one person at a time. From clinical to non-clinical – what you do here matters. With over 600 licensed beds between three campuses, Baton Rouge General offers the full spectrum of care from delivering newborns to providing end of life support through hospice. With clinics located throughout Baton Rouge and the surrounding areas, our physician group provides patients with comprehensive care and a full suite of specialties, including internal and family medicine and specialty care. Ready to be part of a team that values your skills and dedication? Apply now and take the next step in your cardiovascular nursing career with us.
ACLS/BLS
1 year of Telemetry preferred
