RN Cardiovascular Surgery Lead

Ochsner Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health seeks an experienced nurse leader to oversee patient care using the nursing process within the Nurse Practice Act. You will delegate, direct, and support licensed and ancillary team members while ensuring quality outcomes and cultural sensitivity.

The role emphasizes teaching diverse patients, interdisciplinary collaboration, and ongoing compliance with standards. Requires RN licensure in state of practice and BLS certification; leadership experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• BLS certification required; clinical specialty certification preferred.
• No required work experience; leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Use the nursing process to deliver patient care.
• Assess learning needs and teach diverse patients and families.
• Lead and delegate to nursing team and coordinate with interdisciplinary staff.
• Use data to drive quality improvements and outcomes.
• Support patient privacy and professional accountability.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Leadership skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

RN licensure (state of practice)

Job description

Ochsner Health seeks an experienced nurse leader to oversee patient care using the nursing process within the Nurse Practice Act. You will delegate, direct, and support licensed and ancillary team members while ensuring quality outcomes and cultural sensitivity.

The role emphasizes teaching diverse patients, interdisciplinary collaboration, and ongoing compliance with standards. Requires RN licensure in state of practice and BLS certification; leadership experience is preferred.