ICU Critical Care RN - Day Shift Leader

Ochsner Health System; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health System is seeking a RN-Critical Care in the OUHC ICU for a full-time Days shift. The ideal candidate will lead nursing care using the nursing process within regulatory standards, and supervise licensed and ancillary staff to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

Required: RN license in state of practice and BLS certification; BSN preferred. The role emphasizes patient safety, interdisciplinary collaboration, and adherence to unit goals and standards of nursing.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current RN license in state of practice.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care using the nursing process.
• Delegate and supervise licensed and ancillary staff.
• Ensure quality outcomes and patient safety.
• Communicate effectively with the care team and families.
• Manage resources and participate in unit goals.
• Adapt care for diverse patient populations.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Critical care

Communication

Team leadership

Education

RN license

Bachelor's in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

Ochsner Health System is seeking a RN-Critical Care in the OUHC ICU for a full-time Days shift. The ideal candidate will lead nursing care using the nursing process within regulatory standards, and supervise licensed and ancillary staff to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

Required: RN license in state of practice and BLS certification; BSN preferred. The role emphasizes patient safety, interdisciplinary collaboration, and adherence to unit goals and standards of nursing.