Med‑Surg RN - Day Shift Leader

Ochsner Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in New Orleans is seeking a nurse leader to deliver patient care using the nursing process within the Nurse Practice Act and professional standards. You will delegate, direct, and support licensed and support staff, maintain accountability for outcomes, and promote culturally sensitive care across the interdisciplinary team.

Education required: Bachelor’s degree in nursing; Licensure: current RN license in the state of practice; certifications: current BLS from the American Heart

Qualifications

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Good organizational and time management skills and ability to be self-directed.
• Ability to demonstrate good judgement.

Responsibilities

• Effectively uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient care.
• Assesses learning needs and implements 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.
• Uses 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.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Judgement

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Job description

Ochsner Health in New Orleans is seeking a nurse leader to deliver patient care using the nursing process within the Nurse Practice Act and professional standards. You will delegate, direct, and support licensed and support staff, maintain accountability for outcomes, and promote culturally sensitive care across the interdisciplinary team.

Education required: Bachelor’s degree in nursing; Licensure: current RN license in the state of practice; certifications: current BLS from the American Heart