Neonatal ICU RN — Lead Care & Outcomes

Ochsner Health; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks an experienced RN nurse leader to coordinate patient care using the nursing process, aligning with the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code, and practice standards. This role delegates, directs, and supports licensed and ancillary staff while focusing on quality outcomes and culturally competent care.

The position emphasizes teaching, effective communication, time management, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team to meet unit and department goals.

Qualifications

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

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 to evaluate and promote changes for optimal outcomes.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Patient education

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Bachelor’s degree in nursing

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks an experienced RN nurse leader to coordinate patient care using the nursing process, aligning with the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code, and practice standards. This role delegates, directs, and supports licensed and ancillary staff while focusing on quality outcomes and culturally competent care.

The position emphasizes teaching, effective communication, time management, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team to meet unit and department goals.