Registered Nurse

Description

Position Title: Registered Nurse (RN) 

Reports to: Business Development and Staffing Manager

Location: New Orleans, LA

Employment Status: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 

Position Summary: Aldevra is currently seeking a qualified Registered Nurse (RN) to support the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System (SLVHCS) in New Orleans, LA. The ideal candidate will already align with our core values of SOAR (Strong Integrity and Ethics, Outstanding Teamwork, Accountability-Driven and Relentless Pursuit of Quality).

This position is contingent upon contract award.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assess, implement health promotion and prevention interventions
• Manage acute and chronic illness states
• Assist patient/residents in the attainment of optimal levels of functioning rehabilitation
• Evaluate patient/resident response to actual or potential health problems
• Provide supportive measures for the dying patient/resident and their significant others
• Maintain patient/resident confidentiality and a safe patient/resident care environment, including familiarity with requirements such as medication administration, patient/resident/family education, discharge process, restraint usage, hazardous waste disposal, etc.,
• Assess the health care needs of the patient/resident and maintain or develop a plan of care to meet interdisciplinary goals.
• Assess and act on significant changes in the patient’s/resident’s health condition.
• Carry out the plan of care by performing/assigning delegated tasks.
• Collect and document pertinent data into the electronic patient/resident medical record.
• Complete nursing assessments within required time frames, and in accordance with policy and procedure.
• Identify and act on predictable needs of the patient/resident.
• Meet the health care needs of patient/resident by assessing and assisting the patient/resident to meet expressed needs.
• Meet the emotional and spiritual needs of patients/residents and/or families.
• Prioritize and complete tasks within the RN’s assigned shift.
• Update patient/resident care plans.
• Notify assigned physician of any changes in condition.
• Report incidents of verbal or physical abuse immediately to the Nurse Manager of the unit they are assigned; or designated off-shift nursing leadership.
• Provide clinical oversight to Licensed Practical Nurses, Nursing Assistants, and Health Technicians. 
• All other duties as assigned.

About Us

Aldevra was founded in 2009 by current President & CEO Rodney Marshall, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and minority entrepreneur. The company began by selling foodservice equipment to the federal government and later expanded to include medical equipment and professional services, helping to meet a broader range of customer needs. Today, Aldevra is recognized as a top foodservice equipment dealer in the U.S., specializing in federal government sales while also growing its commercial and e-commerce customer base. Its professional services division provides federal agencies with healthcare professionals, construction and facilities managers and technicians, and administrative support. Whether it's equipment or staffing, Aldevra is committed to delivering high-quality products and timely service at the best value.

Recent accolades include:

• Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America No. 3359 on the 2024 list
• Foodservice Equipment Reports 2024 Top Dealer 
• VETS Indexes 5-Star Employer for 2024 Employer Awards 
• Foodservice Equipment & Supplies magazine 2024 Distribution Giants list 
• Great Expectations Award for Outstanding Growth in 2023 
• Strata GPO Top 10 Dealer
• RATIONAL 2024 Premium Partner Award
• Great Place to Work® 
• 2021,2022,2023,2024, and 2025 Military Friendly® Employer Gold designation
• 2021, 2023, and 2024 HIRE Vets Medallion Award
• ENERGY STAR® Partner
• Department of Defense Military Spouse Employment Partnership Small Business Partner
• Army Partnership for Your Success (PaYS) Partner #911

Learn more about us at aldevra.com.

Requirements

Security Requirements:

• Must be able to obtain a SLVHCS security badge.  

This position requires passing an extensive background check.

Qualifications:

• Full and unrestricted RN licensure for the State of Louisiana 
• BLS certification