Registered Nurse (RN) -Behavioral Health-Full-Time -Monday-Friday
Gretna, Louisiana
Posted Sep 8
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- Full Time
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- RN
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About this role
CorrectHealth currently has an exciting Full Time opportunity to join our growing team as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Gretna, LA !
Behavioral Health and Medication administration experience strongly preferred!
Position is onsite Monday - Friday .
CorrectHealth is a multi-disciplinary medical organization that provides high quality, cost-effective, comprehensive healthcare inside the walls of correctional facilities. The foundation of our company was established by a group of talented ER professionals. Brick by brick, we have been building our company from the ground up. In doing so, we have developed the right way - the "Correct Way" as we like to call it - of providing correctional healthcare.
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Currently, CorrectHealth provides high quality, cost-effective, comprehensive healthcare services inside the walls of more than 35 correctional facilities throughout Georgia, Louisiana, the Southeast, and beyond.
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Summary
The Registered Professional Nurse (RN) is responsible for the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Directs and guides patient teaching, clinical care, and ancillary personnel while maintaining standards and ethics of professional nursing in accordance with applicable State Board of Nursing and other accrediting agencies. Provides strong analytical, decision-making skills and has positive communication skills.
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Qualifications
Graduate from a national or state approved school of nursing program. Holds and maintains a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of employment. American Heart Association BLS certified. Corrections experience a plus. Medication administration experience (Preferred)
Join our growing CorrectHealth family by finding your place in a dynamic work environment that offers competitive pay and excellent benefits, such as Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance. We also offer a comprehensive Retirement Plan, paid time off, and a variety of other great benefits.
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Education Preferred
- Bachelors or better in Nursing
- Associates or better in Nursing
Licenses & Certifications Required
- Registered Nurse
- BLS Certification
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Requirements
- Graduate from a national or state approved school of nursing program. Holds and maintains a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of employment. American Heart Association BLS certified. Corrections experience a plus. Medication administration experience (Preferred)
- Join our growing CorrectHealth family by finding your place in a dynamic work environment that offers competitive pay and excellent benefits, such as Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance. We also offer a comprehensive Retirement Plan, paid time off, and a variety of other great benefits.
- Preferred
- Bachelors or better in Nursing
- Associates or better in Nursing
- Required
- Registered Nurse
- BLS Certification
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
Place
- City
- Gretna, Louisiana
- Median rent
- $1,060/mo
- Local household income
- $43,110/yr
- State price level
- 12% below the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities
all local households, not nurse pay
Louisiana index 88.2, where 100 is the national average.
Gretna sits just across the Mississippi River from New Orleans, offering a quieter, small-town feel with easy access to the Crescent City's hospitals, dining, and culture. The historic downtown district features a charming main street lined with local shops and cafes, making it an appealing option for nurses who want suburban calm near big-city amenities.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
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Psychiatric is open from year one. Behavioral health spans inpatient, emergency, and community settings.
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