Nurse tech - med-surg/oncology - prn (as needed)

Woman’s Med-Surg/Oncology Unit is a 36 bed unit that cares for adult patients with a wide range of medical and surgical needs including but not limited to surgical oncology for gynecologic and breast cancers, complications of cancer therapy, surgical interventions, Bariatric, General and Plastic Surgeries, Infusion therapy and treatment of a variety of other medical and surgical conditions. Our team of doctors, specialists, surgeons, nurses, social workers, dieticians and caregivers are backed by the latest in surgical interventions, research and advanced medical treatments. Woman’s creates a compassionate, supportive, safe and therapeutic environment for patients, families and staff.

Requirements:

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Must be enrolled in a registered nurse program at an accredited nursing school
• Must currently be participating in a hospital clinical rotation

Responsibilities of the Nurse Tech position include, but are not limited to:

• Effectively uses the Nursing Process in performance of a variety of patient care duties.
• Performs designated patient care skills safely, competently and independently.
• Effectively manages time, uses good judgment, and makes sound decisions.
• Communicates effectively.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Electronic Documentation: Documents care when care is rendered as applicable according to area.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient and hospital information.
• Performs other duties as required and as applicable to specific unit.

Hours

PRN (As Needed); Minimum of one 12-hour shift every two weeks.

Pay

$16.00 - $21.53; plus applicable PRN and shift differentials

A Work Experience with Purpose

Woman’s is one of the largest specialty hospitals in the country dedicated to the care of women and infants. Nationally recognized for exceptional patient care, innovative programs, and a supportive work environment, we consistently exceed state and national benchmarks for patient satisfaction—a reflection of our commitment to those we serve.

We’re home to Louisiana’s largest delivery service and perform thousands of procedures annually, including over 8,500 surgeries and 35,000 breast procedures. Woman’s was the first hospital in the Baton Rouge area to earn Magnet designation for nursing excellence, and we’re honored to be named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work in Healthcare year after year.

We are proud of the care our staff provides to patients—and to one another—every day.

For more information or to contact our recruiting team, email us at hrjobs@womans.org.

Woman’s Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.