Make a Difference Where It Matters Most
What We’re Looking For:
- A compassionate, patient-centered Nurse Practitioner committed to delivering high-quality care
- At least 1 year of clinical experience prior to completion of a Nurse Practitioner program
- Excellent clinical judgment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment
Required Education & Credentials:
- Current Louisiana Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Current Louisiana Nurse Practitioner (NP) registration
- Demonstrated outstanding clinical expertise
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’re proud to offer employees the support and resources they need to succeed both professionally and personally.
- Comprehensive benefits for you and your family
- Ongoing professional development and educational opportunities
- Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling options
- Employee wellness initiatives, including the BRG Fit! Program
- Nationally and locally recognized leader in healthcare quality
- Explore our perks: https://www.brgeneral.org/about/careers/perks
What You Will Do:
In this role, you will provide direct patient care under the direction of a physician, following established nursing, clinical, and organizational protocols to meet the needs of diverse patient populations.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Deliver comprehensive direct patient care, including assessments, evaluations, and treatment planning
- Perform delegated medical procedures and interventions within established scope of practice
- Document patient assessments, progress notes, and care plans in the medical record
- Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary care teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Order, review, and interpret laboratory, respiratory, and radiology results
- Assist with patient stabilization and demonstrate sound clinical judgment in critical situations
- Develop, implement, and revise individualized plans of care based on ongoing assessments
- Educate patients and families regarding care plans, hospitalization, and discharge planning
- Coordinate discharge planning in collaboration with patients, families, and care teams
- Participate actively in quality improvement initiatives and performance improvement activities
- Serve as a clinical resource, role model, and educator for nursing staff
- Maintain professional competence through continued education, in-services, and training
- Adhere to all HIPAA privacy standards and patient safety requirements
What Sets BRG Apart:
At Baton Rouge General, we are a community of compassionate, dedicated professionals who set the standard for healthcare excellence. Our mission is to preserve and restore health—one person at a time.
With more than 600 licensed beds across three campuses, we provide the full continuum of care, from newborn services to end-of-life hospice care. Our extensive network of clinics throughout Baton Rouge and surrounding communities allows our physician group to deliver comprehensive primary and specialty care.
From clinical to non-clinical roles, what you do here truly matters.
Ready to bring your expertise to a team that values compassion, excellence, and growth? Apply today and take the next step in your career with Baton Rouge General.