Nurse Leader: Medical Specialty Unit

Ochsner Health; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a nurse leader to provide patient care using the nursing process within standard guidelines. You will apply evidence‑based practice to achieve optimal outcomes and ensure safety.

You will delegate, direct and support licensed and ancillary staff, drive quality care, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to meet department goals. RN licensure and BLS are required, with strong teaching and organizational skills emphasized.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in state of practice.
• BLS certification.
• Clinical specialty certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Uses the nursing process to deliver patient care.
• Assesses learning needs and teaches patients and families.
• Delegates, directs and manages nursing team resources.
• Uses data to evaluate and promote improvement for outcomes.
• Ensures compliance with laws, standards and ethics.

Skills

Computer skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Judgement

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Bachelor’s degree in nursing

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a nurse leader to provide patient care using the nursing process within standard guidelines. You will apply evidence‑based practice to achieve optimal outcomes and ensure safety.

You will delegate, direct and support licensed and ancillary staff, drive quality care, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to meet department goals. RN licensure and BLS are required, with strong teaching and organizational skills emphasized.