ICU RN: Patient Care Leader

Ochsner Health; Chalmette (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks an experienced registered nurse to serve as a care leader within the nursing team. You will apply the nursing process, delegate to licensed and ancillary staff, and ensure quality patient outcomes while respecting diverse patient needs and company standards.

Responsibilities include teaching patients and families, coordinating resources, and participating in interdisciplinary care planning to drive continuous improvement in nursing practice.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Effectively uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient care.
• Assesses learning needs and implements teaching strategies for diverse patients and groups.
• Communicates, delegates, and manages nursing team resources on the interdisciplinary team.
• Uses data, information, and knowledge to evaluate and promote change for optimal outcomes.
• Embraces behaviors that enhance customer satisfaction and employee morale in nursing.
• Adapts communication and service explanations to the patient population and obtains necessary permissions.

Skills

Computers & software

Communication skills

Organization & time management

Education

RN diploma

Associate or Bachelor degree in nursing

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks an experienced registered nurse to serve as a care leader within the nursing team. You will apply the nursing process, delegate to licensed and ancillary staff, and ensure quality patient outcomes while respecting diverse patient needs and company standards.

Responsibilities include teaching patients and families, coordinating resources, and participating in interdisciplinary care planning to drive continuous improvement in nursing practice.