RN Leader: Med/Surg/Stepdown Care Team

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

Job summary

Ochsner Health seeks an RN leader to guide patient care using the nursing process within regulatory standards. This role delegates tasks, directs licensed and ancillary staff, and remains accountable for quality outcomes while embracing diverse patient populations.

You will mentor team members, monitor care delivery, and participate in unit-level strategic initiatives, ensuring compliance and excellent patient experiences. This full-time position emphasizes collaboration across disciplines.

Qualifications

• RN license in state of practice.
• Current BLS certification from American Heart Association.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to delegate and lead a clinical team.

Responsibilities

• Effectively uses the nursing process in patient care.
• Assess learning needs and deliver appropriate education to patients and families.
• Coordinate and manage nursing team resources and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.
• Use data to evaluate outcomes and drive quality improvement.
• Promote patient satisfaction and maintain professional standards of care.
• Adapt nursing care to diverse patient populations while ensuring privacy and consent.

Skills

Nursing process

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Judgement

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Bachelor’s degree in nursing (preferred)

Tools

Medical software

Job description

Ochsner Health seeks an RN leader to guide patient care using the nursing process within regulatory standards. This role delegates tasks, directs licensed and ancillary staff, and remains accountable for quality outcomes while embracing diverse patient populations.

You will mentor team members, monitor care delivery, and participate in unit-level strategic initiatives, ensuring compliance and excellent patient experiences. This full-time position emphasizes collaboration across disciplines.