Pre/Post RN-Covington

ochsner; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking an experienced registered nurse to lead patient care using the nursing process within applicable standards. This role delegates, directs, and supports licensed and ancillary staff to achieve quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

The position emphasizes adherence to policies, continuous improvement, and commitment to diversity. Qualifications include RN licensure, BLS, and a Bachelor's degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current RN license in state of practice.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Ability to perform nursing duties in line with the Nurse Practice Act and standards.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership and delegation skills.

Responsibilities

• Leads patient care using the nursing process within regulatory and organizational standards.
• Delegates, directs, and assists licensed and ancillary team members.
• Accountable for quality patient outcomes and safety; supports diversity and inclusion.
• Maintains compliance with policies and standards; participates in continuous improvement.

Skills

Patient Care

Team Collaboration

Medication Administration

Surgical Procedures

Documentation

Vital Signs

Aseptic Techniques

Family Education

Detail Orientation

Time Management

Leadership

Delegation

Technology Proficiency

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Job description

Exceptional care starts with exceptional people.

For us, this is more than a job– it’s a calling. It’s waking up each day, looking for ways to make a difference with a compassionate, inclusive and talented team. Ochsner empowers you to discover your passion, reach your potential, and Pursue Your Purpose. Exceptional care starts with exceptional people and teams. Together we are leading the way.

This job acts as a leader in the provision of patient care using the nursing process within the framework of the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses and Scope & Standards of Practice. Effectively delegates, directs, and assists licensed and ancillary team members. Assumes accountability for quality patient outcomes, exhibits sensitivity to cultural, ethnic and religious diversity in all interactions, and maintains involvement in activities aimed toward the achievement of unit and the department's strategic goals and objectives. Demonstrates professional responsibility and accountability for his/her own practice and supports the company's philosophy of nursing.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company’s discretion.

Education

• Required - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Preferred - Bachelor's degree in nursing

Certifications

• Required - Current Registered Nurse (RN) in state of practice
• Required - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association
• Preferred - Certification in clinical specialty area

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Patient Care
• Team Collaboration
• Medication Administration
• Sterile Techniques
• Patient Safety
• Surgical Procedures
• Documentation
• Vital Signs Monitoring
• Aseptic Techniques
• Family Education
• Strong organizational skills and ability to be detailed oriented.
• Good time management skills and ability to work in a face paced environment and be self-directed.
• Good interpersonal, leadership, and delegation skills and ability to demonstrate good judgement and supervise or mange others.
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.

Job Duties

• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns. 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.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Heavy Work - Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.

Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. The incumbent has an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

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Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.