Med‑Surg RN: Lead Patient Care & Team Collaboration

Ochsner Health; Chalmette (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a nurse leader to provide patient care using the nursing process within the standards of practice. This role delegates and guides licensed and ancillary team members while ensuring quality outcomes.

You will lead the interdisciplinary team, apply evidence-based teaching, and adapt care for diverse patient populations. Strong communication, organization, and judgment are essential.

This description is a summary; responsibilities may evolve as needed.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current RN license in state of practice.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Preferred: BSN degree in nursing.

Responsibilities

• Uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient care.
• Assesses learning needs and implements teaching strategies for diverse patients and families.
• Communicates, delegates, and manages nursing team resources on the interdisciplinary team.
• Uses data and knowledge to evaluate and promote change for optimal outcomes.
• Supports customer satisfaction and employee morale and professional nursing.
• Adapts care to diverse patient populations with respect for privacy.

Skills

Nursing process

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Judgement

Education

Graduate of accredited school of nursing

Bachelor’s degree in nursing

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a nurse leader to provide patient care using the nursing process within the standards of practice. This role delegates and guides licensed and ancillary team members while ensuring quality outcomes.

You will lead the interdisciplinary team, apply evidence-based teaching, and adapt care for diverse patient populations. Strong communication, organization, and judgment are essential.

This description is a summary; responsibilities may evolve as needed.