Night Shift ER Nurse — Lead Care & Rapid Outcomes

Ochsner Health System; Gretna (LA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health System in Gretna, LA seeks a Registered Nurse for the Emergency Department on the night shift. You will lead nursing care using the nursing process, coordinate with an interdisciplinary team, and ensure high-quality patient outcomes in a dynamic ED environment.

The role requires a graduate of an accredited nursing program and active RN licensure. BLS, CPI, ACLS and PALS certifications are required within stated timeframes, with emphasis on effective communication and patient

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current RN license in state of practice.
• BLS, CPI, ACLS, and PALS certifications to be obtained within required timeframes.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced ED and handle diverse patient populations.

Responsibilities

• Provides care using the nursing process in the ED.
• Leads and coordinates the nursing team within the interdisciplinary unit.
• Assesses learning needs and provides education to patients and families.
• Delegates tasks and manages resources effectively.
• Ensures privacy and safety standards are maintained.
• Adapts care to diverse populations and maintains professional accountability.

Skills

RN licensure

BLS

CPI

ACLS

PALS

Communication skills

Team leadership

Nursing process

Education

Nursing degree (Graduate of an accredited school of nursing)

Bachelor's degree in nursing (preferred)

Job description

Ochsner Health System in Gretna, LA seeks a Registered Nurse for the Emergency Department on the night shift. You will lead nursing care using the nursing process, coordinate with an interdisciplinary team, and ensure high-quality patient outcomes in a dynamic ED environment.

The role requires a graduate of an accredited nursing program and active RN licensure. BLS, CPI, ACLS and PALS certifications are required within stated timeframes, with emphasis on effective communication and patient