Neonatal ICU Nurse Leader

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

Job summary

Ochsner Health System is seeking a registered nurse to provide leadership and direct patient care within the framework of the Nursing Practice Act. The role emphasizes delegation, accountability, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

Applicants should hold an RN license and a current BLS certificate. Preferred candidates may have a Bachelor’s degree in nursing and strong computer/healthcare software skills to support efficient patient care delivery

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current RN license in state of practice.
• Current BLS certification by the American Heart Association.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.
• Proficient with computers and healthcare software/EHRs.

Responsibilities

• Uses the nursing process to deliver patient care.
• Delegates and leads the nursing team resources.
• Assesses learning needs and teaches patients and families.
• Uses data to evaluate and promote quality improvement.
• Maintains patient safety, privacy, and professional standards.

Skills

Nursing process

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Cultural competence

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Bachelor’s degree in nursing

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Ochsner Health System is seeking a registered nurse to provide leadership and direct patient care within the framework of the Nursing Practice Act. The role emphasizes delegation, accountability, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

Applicants should hold an RN license and a current BLS certificate. Preferred candidates may have a Bachelor’s degree in nursing and strong computer/healthcare software skills to support efficient patient care delivery