RN - Med/Surg/Step-Down Care Leader

ochsner; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a nurse leader to provide patient care using the nursing process within the Nurse Practice Act and ANA Scope & Standards. You will delegate, guide, and assist licensed and ancillary team members while maintaining accountability for outcomes.

The role requires RN licensure, BLS, and a nursing degree with preferred BSN. You will support quality and culturally competent care, and participate in department goals and compliance standards.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal abilities and collaboration.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in patient care decisions.

Responsibilities

• Uses the nursing process to deliver patient care.
• Assess learning needs and tailor patient/family education.
• Delegate and manage nursing team resources within the interdisciplinary team.
• Utilize data to evaluate care and promote improvements.
• Support patient privacy and compliance with laws and standards.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Computer skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Judgement

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Graduate of accredited school of nursing

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a nurse leader to provide patient care using the nursing process within the Nurse Practice Act and ANA Scope & Standards. You will delegate, guide, and assist licensed and ancillary team members while maintaining accountability for outcomes.

The role requires RN licensure, BLS, and a nursing degree with preferred BSN. You will support quality and culturally competent care, and participate in department goals and compliance standards.