Nurse Leader: Patient Care, Education & Outcomes

Ochsner Health System; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health System is seeking a registered nurse to lead patient care using the nursing process within the framework of the Nurse Practice Act and ANA standards. You will delegate tasks, guide licensed and ancillary staff, and ensure high-quality outcomes while respecting diversity.

You will participate in unit and department goals, maintain professional accountability, and support the hospital's commitment to patient-centered care and continuous improvement in nursing practice.

Qualifications

• RN license in state of practice is required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

Responsibilities

• Uses the nursing process to deliver patient care.
• Assess learning needs and teach patients and families.
• Lead and coordinate nursing team within the interdisciplinary team.
• Use data to evaluate and promote changes for better outcomes.
• Adapt care to diverse patient populations; protect patient privacy.

Skills

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Judgement

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (Preferred)

Tools

Nursing software / EHR

Job description

Ochsner Health System is seeking a registered nurse to lead patient care using the nursing process within the framework of the Nurse Practice Act and ANA standards. You will delegate tasks, guide licensed and ancillary staff, and ensure high-quality outcomes while respecting diversity.

You will participate in unit and department goals, maintain professional accountability, and support the hospital's commitment to patient-centered care and continuous improvement in nursing practice.