RN, Behavioral Health Unit Leader

Istss; Houma, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide patient care using the Nursing Process within the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses and Scope & Standards of Practice. The RN delegates, directs and supports licensed and ancillary team members and is accountable for outcomes.

Education includes a Registered Nurse Diploma; a BSN or ADN is preferred. Current RN license and BLS are required; certification in a clinical specialty is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse Diploma required; BSN/ADN preferred.
• Current RN license in state of practice; BLS certification; specialty certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Effectively uses the Nursing Process in the delivery of patient care.
• Assesses learning needs and implement teaching strategies appropriate for the diverse needs of the patient, family and other groups or disciplines.
• Communicates, delegates and manages nursing team resources (human and fiscal) properly and serves as a leader and partner on the Interdisciplinary Team.
• Utilizes data, information and knowledge to evaluate and promote change in order to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Embraces concepts and behaviors that enhance customer satisfaction and employee morale and improvement in the profession of nursing.
• Other related duties as required.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Data entry

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Registered Nurse Diploma

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Tools

Windows applications

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide patient care using the Nursing Process within the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses and Scope & Standards of Practice. The RN delegates, directs and supports licensed and ancillary team members and is accountable for outcomes.

Education includes a Registered Nurse Diploma; a BSN or ADN is preferred. Current RN license and BLS are required; certification in a clinical specialty is encouraged.