RN - In House Agency - Labor & Delivery- Monroe - PRN

Ochsner Health System; Kentucky; On-site; USD 4,132,800 - 5,234,880; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health System is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for a 12-week assignment in Kentucky. The role delivers patient care through the nursing process within established practice standards and requires effective delegation and collaboration with licensed and support staff.

The successful candidate will have an RN license in the state, BLS, and at least one year of RN experience, with a Bachelor’s degree preferred. Emphasis on cultural sensitivity and quality outcomes will be essential.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in the state of practice.
• BLS certification is required.
• 1 year of nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Effectively uses the nursing process in patient care.
• Assesses learning needs and provides teaching for diverse patients and families.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team and optimizes resource use.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical nursing

Computer literacy

Education

RN license in state of practice

Bachelor's degree preferred

BLS certification (American Heart Association)

Job description

Job Overview

This 12‑week assignment leads 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. The role requires effective delegation, direction, and assistance of licensed and ancillary team members, accountability for quality patient outcomes, and sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, and religious diversity.

Responsibilities

• Effectively uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient care.
• Assesses learning needs and implements teaching strategies appropriate for the diverse needs of patients, families, and other disciplines.
• Communicates, delegates, and manages nursing team resources (human and fiscal) and serves as a leader and partner on the interdisciplinary team.
• Uses 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, improving the profession of nursing.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, respecting privacy, adjusting communication style, and seeking appropriate permissions.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; preferred Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
• Work Experience: 1 year of experience as a registered nurse.
• Certifications: Current registered nurse (RN) license in state of practice and Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association; preferred certification in a clinical specialty area.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Effective verbal and written communication skills, ability to present information clearly and professionally; proficiency in using computers, software, and web‑based applications; good judgment; strong interpersonal skills.

Physical and Environmental Demands

• Heavy work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 25 to 50 pounds frequently, or 10 to 20 pounds constantly to move objects.
• Tasks involve walking or standing to a significant degree, sitting most of the time with occasional pushing or pulling, and maintaining a production rate pace.
• Exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, communicable diseases, hazardous medications or waste via receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning, or disposal.

EEO Statement

The 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.