Neurology Clinic RN

Ochsner Health System; Werner Park (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health System in Louisiana is seeking an RN leader to apply the nursing process and support unit goals. You will delegate and guide licensed and support staff while ensuring high-quality patient outcomes, with sensitivity to cultural differences and a commitment to professional nursing standards.

The role emphasizes teaching, team leadership, and adherence to regulatory requirements, with opportunities to advance within a hospital system dedicated to patient care excellence.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current RN license in the state of practice.
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.
• Direct supervision or management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply the nursing process to deliver patient care.
• Assess learning needs and design teaching for diverse patients and teams.
• Communicate, delegate, and manage nursing resources to lead the interdisciplinary team.
• Use data to evaluate outcomes and promote changes for optimal results.
• Support customer-service concepts to enhance patient satisfaction and nursing professionalism.
• Adapt communication and care approaches for diverse patient populations while respecting privacy.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• Maintain knowledge of regulations, standards, and compliance; report unethical behavior.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Judgment and autonomy

Confidential information handling

Leadership ability

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

BLS certification (AHA)

Bachelor’s degree in nursing (preferred)

Job description

Job Summary

This position serves as a leader in patient care, applying the nursing process within the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses, and Scope & Standards of Practice. The nurse delegates, directs, and assists licensed and ancillary team members, assuming accountability for quality patient outcomes, and demonstrates sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, and religious diversity in all interactions. The role supports unit and departmental strategic goals, exhibits professional responsibility for personal practice, and aligns with the company’s nursing philosophy.

Responsibilities

• Effectively use the nursing process to deliver patient care.
• Assess learning needs, design and implement teaching strategies for diverse patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Communicate, delegate, and manage nursing team resources (human and fiscal) to serve as a leader and partner on the interdisciplinary team.
• Use data and knowledge to evaluate outcomes and promote change to achieve optimal results.
• Embrace customer‑service concepts that enhance patient satisfaction, employee morale, and nursing professionalism.
• Adapt communication style and care approaches to specific patient populations, respecting privacy and cultural contexts.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• Maintain knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations, accreditation standards, and compliance requirements; report unethical or questionable behavior promptly.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Self‑directed with good judgment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Capability to work in a fast‑paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Leadership competence.

Education

• Required: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in nursing.

Experience

• Required: None.
• Preferred: Direct supervision or management experience.

Certifications

• Required: Current registered nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Required: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Preferred: Certification in a clinical specialty area.

Physical and Environmental Demands

Roles may involve lifting 10 to 100 pounds, walking or standing significantly, and working at a production pace that includes pushing or pulling materials. Exposure to blood, body fluids, and communicable diseases is inherent, as is potential contact with hazardous medications and waste. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities. This is a light‑to‑moderate physical duty job.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.