RN-Emergency Medicine- Ochsner Baton Rouge ED - Full Time 7a-7p

Ochsner Health; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health seeks a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our team in Baton Rouge. The RN will lead in patient care using the Nursing Process, ensuring quality outcomes while managing team resources. This role requires an Associate's degree and a current RN license, with a focus on empathetic, patient-centered care in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Current State of Louisiana RN License required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Preferred certification in clinical specialty area.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the Nursing Process in delivering patient care.
• Communicates, delegates, and manages nursing team resources.
• Assesses learning needs and implements appropriate teaching strategies.

Skills

Good organizational skills

Good time management skills

Good judgment

Good interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

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 is considered a leader in the provision of patient care utilizing the Nursing Process within the framework of the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses, and Scope & Standards of Practice. The RN 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; maintains involvement in activities aimed toward the achievement of unit and department’s strategic goals; and demonstrates professional responsibility and accountability for their own practice, supporting Ochsner’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.

This job description summarizes the primary duties and responsibilities of the position. It is not intended to be comprehensive or all-inclusive. Contents are subject to change at Ochsner's discretion.

Education

Required - Associate's degree

Preferred - Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Work Experience

Required - None

Certifications

Required - Current State of Louisiana RN License. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.

Preferred - Certification in clinical specialty area

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Good organizational skills
• Good time management skills and self-directed
• Good judgment
• Good interpersonal skills

Job Duties

• Effectively uses the Nursing Process in the delivery of patient care.
• Assesses learning needs and implements 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 to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Embraces concepts and behaviors that enhance customer satisfaction and employee morale and improve the nursing profession.

Other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not exhaustive of all 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 and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations, and standards.

Complies with Ochsner Health System Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and other compliance concerns.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Heavy Work - Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements exceed those for Sedentary Work. Even minimal weight lifted, a job may be rated Light Work when it requires significant walking or standing, or working at a production pace involving pushing and pulling.

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!

Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website.

Individuals residing in or working from Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York, Washington, or Washington D.C. are not eligible for remote positions.

For accessibility or accommodation requests, contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 504-842-4748 (option 1) or [e-mail]. This contact is for accommodation requests only and not for application status inquiries.

Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected classes, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.