St. Tammany Health System·Covington, Louisiana
The Registered Nurse coordinates clinical activities for laboring, antenatal, and post-partum patients using the nursing process. They are also responsible for supervising Licensed Practical Nurses, Unit Assistants, and Certified Nursing Assistants.
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 or 7pm-7am Summary of the Job: The Registered Nurse is responsible for the coordination of clinical activities for the Laboring, Antenatal and Post-Partum (couplet) patient.
Activities include, but are not limited to, use of the nursing process in the utilization of skills in organization, planning, implementing, evaluating, and providing care as it relates to the specific needs of the patient.
Registered Nurses also supervise the activities of Licensed Practical Nurses, Unit Assistants and Certified Nursing Assistants.
Registered Nurses work within the framework of the State Nurse Practice Act and follow hospital policies and procedures.
The Registered Nurse also complies with hospital and nursing standards in the performance of job duties and responsibilities.
The Registered Nurse will support the goals and objectives of the department and of the hospital.
Successfully completed Board Certified Registered Nursing Program. One (1) year labor experience required. Current LA RN licensure. BLS required on hire. ALS and NRP preferred on hire, required within 3 months of hire. Certifications may be through any International Liaison Committee on resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association and American Red Cross. The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off. AWHONN Intermediate & Advanced Fetal Monitoring within 24 months of hire.
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, hearing Occasionally (1%-33%) - climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), stooping, crouching
Contact
Information: Ashley Sierra, HR Talent Partner Talent Acquisition - Human Resources asierra@stph.org | (985) 8984000 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.
Candidates must be a Board Certified Registered Nurse with a current Louisiana license and at least one year of labor experience. Required certifications include BLS upon hire, with ALS, NRP, and AWHONN Fetal Monitoring certifications required shortly after.
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.
