RN Med/Surg Lead - Elevate Patient Care

Ochsner Health System; United States; Remote; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a skilled registered nurse to lead patient care within our nursing team, applying the nursing process to achieve quality outcomes. You will delegate, direct, and support licensed and ancillary staff while upholding standards of practice and cultural sensitivity.

The role emphasizes education, collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, and evidence-based practice to improve patient care, safety, and satisfaction in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications

• RN license in state of practice is required.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association is required.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Effectively uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient care.
• Assesses learning needs and teaches patients, families and staff.
• Communicates, delegates and manages nursing team resources.
• Uses data to evaluate and promote changes for better outcomes.
• Contributes to patient satisfaction and staff morale.
• Adapts communication to diverse patient populations.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient education

Communication

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Clinical judgement

Education

Graduate of nursing program

BSN preferred

BLS certification

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Nursing administration software

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a skilled registered nurse to lead patient care within our nursing team, applying the nursing process to achieve quality outcomes. You will delegate, direct, and support licensed and ancillary staff while upholding standards of practice and cultural sensitivity.

The role emphasizes education, collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, and evidence-based practice to improve patient care, safety, and satisfaction in a fast-paced hospital environment.