RN- Emergency Department - Full Time - Nights - $10,000 Sign On Bonus!

Ochsner Health System; Gretna (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider dedicated to making a difference in patient care. This full-time RN position in the Emergency Department offers an exciting opportunity to lead nursing teams in delivering high-quality care. You will utilize your nursing skills and knowledge to assess patient needs, communicate effectively, and promote optimal outcomes. The role includes a generous sign-on bonus, and you will work in a supportive environment that values professional growth and development. If you are passionate about making a positive impact in healthcare, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Sign-on bonus of $10,000

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Continuing education opportunities

Paid time off

Flexible scheduling

Employee wellness programs

Employee assistance program

Discounts on services

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school required, BSN preferred.
• Must have current RN license and BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes nursing process for effective patient care delivery.
• Communicates and delegates nursing team resources effectively.
• Adapts behavior to respect patient diversity and needs.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Judgment skills

Computer proficiency

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Bachelor’s degree in nursing

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Certification

Job description

RN- Emergency Department - Full Time - Nights - $10,000 Sign On Bonus!

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken, and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This job acts as a leader in the provision of patient care using the nursing process within the framework of the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses, and Scope & Standards of Practice. Effectively delegates, directs and assists licensed and ancillary team members. Assumes accountability for quality patient outcomes, exhibits sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, and religious diversity in all interactions, and maintains involvement in activities aimed toward the achievement of unit and the department’s strategic goals and objectives. Demonstrates professional responsibility and accountability for his/her own practice and supports the company's philosophy of nursing.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Education

1. Required - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
2. Preferred - Bachelor’s degree in nursing.

Work Experience

1. Required - None.

Certifications

1. Required - Current registered nurse (RN) license in state of practice.
2. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
3. Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Certification within 30 days of hire.
4. Certification in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 90 days of hire.
5. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 90 days of hire.
6. Preferred - Certification in clinical specialty area.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
2. Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
3. Good organizational and time management skills and ability to be self-directed.
4. Ability to demonstrate good judgement.
5. Good interpersonal skills.

Job Duties

1. Effectively uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient care.
2. Assesses learning needs and implement teaching strategies appropriate for the diverse needs of the patient, family, and other groups or disciplines.
3. Communicates, delegates, and manages nursing team resources (human and fiscal) properly and serves as a leader and partner on the interdisciplinary team.
4. Utilizes data, information, and knowledge to evaluate and promote change in order to achieve optimal outcomes.
5. Embraces concepts and behaviors that enhance customer satisfaction and employee morale and improvement in the profession of nursing.
6. Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions, and communication style.
7. Performs other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations, and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Heavy Work - Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid, and tissue.

The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. The incumbent has an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning, and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

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