St. Tammany Health System·Covington, Louisiana
Responsible for providing therapeutic patient care using the nursing process and managing the clinical environment. Supervises various support staff including LPNs, unit assistants, and patient care attendants.
At St.
Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal.
That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.
We believe the pristine beauty of St.
Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package.
The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain.
It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS Scheduled Weekly Hours: TBD Work Shift: 7am - 7pm JOB SUMMARY: Responsible and accountable for patients during a designated time frame and to provide care to these patients via therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment/instrumentation, and other health care team members.
Supervises the activities of Licensed Practical Nurses, Unit Assistants, Monitor Technicians, Patient Care Attendant, Certified Nursing Assistance, Nurse Technicians and Unit Clerks.
Critical care experience required; ED experience preferred. Successfully completed Board Certified Nursing Program. Current LA RN licensure. BLS required upon hire. ACLS/PALS/NIHSS required within 6 months of hire. Excellent computer skills required. Independent thinker with ability to adapt to changing environment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 50 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise. Physical Effort required: Constant (67%-100%) - seeing Frequently (34%-66%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling/feeling, talking and hearing Occasionally (1%-33%) - climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), stooping and crouching Contact Information: Hedda L Lacoste, HR Talent Partner Talent Acquisition - Human Resources EMPLOYMENT Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Requires a current LA RN license, completion of a Board Certified Nursing Program, and critical care experience. BLS is required upon hire, with ACLS, PALS, and NIHSS certifications required within six months.
Market context
In Louisiana, nursing roles typically see steady demand across hospitals, clinics, and community care settings, especially for RNs with current licensure and recent clinical experience. These roles can be competitive because employers often look for candidates who can start quickly, meet certification and driving requirements, and handle patient care with limited onboarding. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and confirm your RN license, CPR certification, and driver’s license are current before applying.
