ICU Stepdown RN Lead – Patient Care Leader

Ochsner Health System; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking an experienced RN leader to supervise patient care using the nursing process within the Nurse Practice Act and ANA standards. Delegates and supports licensed and ancillary team members, ensures quality outcomes, and upholds privacy and cultural sensitivity.

The role requires strong communication and organizational skills and alignment with unit goals. Professional accountability and compliance with regulatory standards are essential, with ongoing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
• Current RN license in state of practice.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Certification in clinical specialty area (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Effectively uses the nursing process to deliver patient care.
• Assesses learning needs and implements teaching strategies for diverse patients and families.
• Communicates, delegates, and manages nursing team resources; leads on the interdisciplinary team.
• Uses data and knowledge to evaluate and promote practice changes for optimal outcomes.
• Enhances customer satisfaction and staff morale while supporting unit goals and standards.
• Adapts care to the patient population with respect for privacy and cultural differences.

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking an experienced RN leader to supervise patient care using the nursing process within the Nurse Practice Act and ANA standards. Delegates and supports licensed and ancillary team members, ensures quality outcomes, and upholds privacy and cultural sensitivity.

The role requires strong communication and organizational skills and alignment with unit goals. Professional accountability and compliance with regulatory standards are essential, with ongoing