Renal Med-Surgical RN Leader: Elevate Patient Care

Ochsner Health; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Lafayette, LA seeks a registered nurse to lead patient care using the nursing process within professional standards. You will delegate and collaborate with licensed and ancillary staff to achieve quality outcomes.

The role emphasizes teaching diverse patients, families, and care teams, while maintaining compliance with privacy and safety regulations. A nursing license and BLS are required, with BSN preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current RN license in state of practice (required).
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.
• Certification in a clinical specialty area preferred.

Responsibilities

• Uses the nursing process to deliver patient care.
• Assess learning needs and teach diverse patient populations.
• Communicate, delegate, and manage nursing team resources.
• Use data to evaluate and promote changes for optimal outcomes.
• Support patient privacy, consent, and professional standards.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Computers & software

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization & time mgmt

Judgement

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

Ochsner Health in Lafayette, LA seeks a registered nurse to lead patient care using the nursing process within professional standards. You will delegate and collaborate with licensed and ancillary staff to achieve quality outcomes.

The role emphasizes teaching diverse patients, families, and care teams, while maintaining compliance with privacy and safety regulations. A nursing license and BLS are required, with BSN preferred.