Registered Nurse - Emergency Department (ER)

Ochsner Health; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition assistance

Student loan contribution

Clinical Ladder Program

Nursing Professional Development opportunities

401(k) with company matching

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Baton Rouge is looking for compassionate Registered Nurses (RNs) to join their Emergency Department team. This full-time position requires a valid RN license in Louisiana and offers a high-paced environment with strong support and professional development opportunities. Responsibilities include delivering patient-centered care, effective communication within the interdisciplinary team, and managing resources. The position comes with a comprehensive benefits package, tuition assistance, and nursing professional development programs.

Qualifications

• Valid and active RN license for Louisiana.
• Basic Life Support certification required.
• BSN preferred but not required.
• Ability to thrive in a high-acuity ER/ED setting.
• Preferably experience in Emergency Department.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient-centered care in the Emergency Room.
• Assess patient needs and educate patients and families.
• Communicate and collaborate with the ED team.
• Manage resources and lead in the Emergency Department.
• Evaluate care with clinical data to promote outcomes.
• Support patient satisfaction and excellence in nursing.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Effective communication

Leadership in nursing

Knowledge of evidence-based practice

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Registered Nurse (RN) license – State of Louisiana

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

RN – Emergency Department / Emergency Room (ED/ER)

Ochsner Medical Center | Baton Rouge, LA
Days & Nights Available

Ochsner Medical Center is hiring compassionate and motivated Registered Nurses (RNs) to join our Emergency Department (ED) team in Baton Rouge, LA. If you’re looking to build or grow your career in a fast‑paced Emergency Room (ER) environment, this is an excellent opportunity to deliver high‑quality emergency care while working for a leading healthcare organization in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Whether you’re an experienced ER RN or a newer Registered Nurse seeking exposure to emergency medicine, our Emergency Department offers strong support, professional development, and growth opportunities.

Position Details

• Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN)
• Unit: Emergency Department (ED) / Emergency Medicine (ER)
• Schedule: Days & Nights Available
• Location: Ochsner Medical Center – Baton Rouge, LA

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver patient-centered care using the Nursing Process in the Emergency Room (ER).
• Assess patient needs and implement appropriate education strategies for patients and families.
• Communicate, delegate, and collaborate effectively within the ED interdisciplinary team.
• Manage nursing resources while serving as a leader and partner in the Emergency Department.
• Use clinical data and evidence-based practice to evaluate care and promote optimal outcomes.
• Support patient satisfaction, staff engagement, and excellence in emergency nursing practice.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Requirements

• Valid and active Registered Nurse (RN) license – State of Louisiana.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (American Heart Association).
• Associate Degree in Nursing (BSN preferred).
• Ability to work effectively in a high‑acuity Emergency Room / Emergency Department (ER/ED) setting.
• Emergency Department or ER experience is preferred.

What We Offer

• Full comprehensive benefits package.
• Tuition assistance.
• Student loan contribution.
• Clinical Ladder Program.
• Nursing Professional Development opportunities.
• 401(k) with company matching.

Job Type: Full‑time