Nurse Leader - In-House Med Unit A (Night Shift)

Ochsner Health System; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner LSU Health System of North Louisiana is seeking a Registered Nurse for a 12-week assignment, delivering high‑quality patient care within the nursing process framework. You will lead and collaborate with licensed and ancillary staff, ensuring accountability for outcomes and culturally sensitive interactions.

The role requires graduation from an accredited nursing program, RN licensure in the state of practice, and at least 1 year of RN experience, with BSN preferred.

Qualifications

• RN must be licensed and in good standing.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of registered nurse experience.

Responsibilities

• Apply the nursing process to deliver patient care and document outcomes.
• Assess learning needs and tailor teaching to patients and families.
• Delegate and manage nursing team resources; lead the interdisciplinary team.
• Use data and evidence to evaluate care and drive improvement.
• Foster patient satisfaction and morale; adapt care to diverse populations.
• Respect privacy and communicate clearly; adapt explanations as needed.
• Perform other assigned duties as required.

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Bachelor’s degree in nursing (preferred)

Job description

Ochsner LSU Health System of North Louisiana is seeking a Registered Nurse for a 12-week assignment, delivering high‑quality patient care within the nursing process framework. You will lead and collaborate with licensed and ancillary staff, ensuring accountability for outcomes and culturally sensitive interactions.

The role requires graduation from an accredited nursing program, RN licensure in the state of practice, and at least 1 year of RN experience, with BSN preferred.