RN – Acute Medical Step-Down Unit Leader

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

Job summary

Ochsner Health in New Orleans seeks a Registered Nurse to lead nursing care using the Nursing Process and collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team. The role emphasizes quality outcomes, patient education, and compassionate service.

Requirements include RN Diploma, current Louisiana RN license, BLS, and strong communication skills. Associates or BSN preferred. Applies to diverse populations with commitment to safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Uses the Nursing Process in the delivery of patient care.
• Assesses learning needs and implements teaching strategies for diverse patients and groups.
• Communicates, delegates and manages nursing team resources within Interdisciplinary Team.
• Utilizes data and knowledge to evaluate and promote changes for optimal outcomes.
• Advances customer satisfaction and staff morale while adhering to professional nursing standards.

Responsibilities

• Effectively uses the Nursing Process in patient care.
• Assesses learning needs and implements teaching strategies.
• Communicates, delegates and manages nursing team resources.
• Uses data to evaluate and promote change for outcomes.
• Supports patient privacy and safety and professional standards.

Skills

Nursing Process

Data entry

Verbal communication

Windows apps

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Judgement

Education

Registered Nurse Diploma

Associates or Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

Ochsner Health in New Orleans seeks a Registered Nurse to lead nursing care using the Nursing Process and collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team. The role emphasizes quality outcomes, patient education, and compassionate service.

Requirements include RN Diploma, current Louisiana RN license, BLS, and strong communication skills. Associates or BSN preferred. Applies to diverse populations with commitment to safety and compliance.