ICU RN: Lead, Elevate Patient Care & Outcomes

Ochsner Health System; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking an experienced RN to lead patient care using the Nursing Process within the Nurse Practice Act framework. The role requires delegation of licensed and ancillary staff, accountability for quality outcomes, and sensitivity to diverse populations.

The RN must hold a current Louisiana RN license and BLS certification; preferred candidates may have a nursing specialty certification and a Diploma or higher degree.

Qualifications

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Effectively uses the Nursing Process in the delivery of patient care.
• Assesses learning needs and implement teaching strategies appropriate for the diverse needs of the patient, family and other groups or disciplines.
• Communicates, delegates and manages nursing team resources (human and fiscal) properly and serves as a leader and partner on the Interdisciplinary Team.
• Utilizes data, information and knowledge to evaluate and promote change in order to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Embraces concepts and behaviors that enhance customer satisfaction and employee morale and improvement in the profession of nursing.
• Other related duties as required.

Skills

Nursing Process

Data entry

Windows-style applications

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Registered Nurse Diploma

ADN or BSN preferred

Tools

Windows-based software

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking an experienced RN to lead patient care using the Nursing Process within the Nurse Practice Act framework. The role requires delegation of licensed and ancillary staff, accountability for quality outcomes, and sensitivity to diverse populations.

The RN must hold a current Louisiana RN license and BLS certification; preferred candidates may have a nursing specialty certification and a Diploma or higher degree.