RN - Labor & Delivery: Lead Care Team

Ochsner Health; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health seeks a nurse leader to provide patient care using the nursing process within the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses and Standards. The role delegates and directs licensed and ancillary staff, ensuring quality outcomes and alignment with the department's strategic goals.

The incumbent must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program, hold an RN license in the practice state, and maintain BLS. A preferred clinical specialty certification enhances qualification.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• RN license in state of practice.
• Current BLS certification.
• Preferred: clinical specialty certification.
• Proficiency in computers, software and web-based applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Effectively uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient care.
• Assesses learning needs and implements teaching strategies for diverse patients and groups.
• Communicates, delegates, and manages nursing team resources on inter-disciplinary team.
• Uses data to evaluate and promote change for optimal outcomes.
• Enhances customer satisfaction and employee morale in nursing.
• Adapts behavior to diverse patient populations with respect for privacy.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Computer skills

Communication skills

Organization & time mgmt

Education

RN license

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Ochsner Health seeks a nurse leader to provide patient care using the nursing process within the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses and Standards. The role delegates and directs licensed and ancillary staff, ensuring quality outcomes and alignment with the department's strategic goals.

The incumbent must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program, hold an RN license in the practice state, and maintain BLS. A preferred clinical specialty certification enhances qualification.