ICU Critical Care RN — Lead Patient Care & Outcomes

Ochsner Health; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a nurse leader to guide patient care using the nursing process within regulatory standards. You will delegate, mentor, and collaborate with the nursing and ancillary teams to achieve optimal outcomes.

The ideal candidate is a graduate of an accredited nursing program, licensed as an RN in Louisiana, with BLS certification and strong communication, organization, and teaching skills.

Qualifications

• RN license in state of practice.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Effectively uses the nursing process in delivering patient care.
• Leads and delegates to the nursing team and interdisciplinary colleagues.
• Assesses learning needs and provides teaching to patients and families.
• Uses data to evaluate and promote change for optimal outcomes.
• Supports patient and employee satisfaction and professional nursing standards.
• Adapts interactions to diverse patient populations with respect for privacy and cultural differences.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Patient care coordination

Effective communication

Time management

Education

Graduate of accredited nursing school

Bachelor’s degree in nursing (preferred)

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a nurse leader to guide patient care using the nursing process within regulatory standards. You will delegate, mentor, and collaborate with the nursing and ancillary teams to achieve optimal outcomes.

The ideal candidate is a graduate of an accredited nursing program, licensed as an RN in Louisiana, with BLS certification and strong communication, organization, and teaching skills.