RN - Med/Surg Telemetry: Lead Patient Care

Ochsner Health; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Baton Rouge, LA seeks a nurse leader to oversee patient care using the nursing process within regulatory frameworks. You will delegate, direct, and support licensed and ancillary team members, accountable for outcomes, and advance unit and department goals.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in nursing, an active RN license, and BLS certification. Preferred is a Clinical Specialty certification. Strong communication, teamwork, and judgement are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing is required.
• Current RN license in state of practice is required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
• Certification in Clinical Specialty Area is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Uses the nursing process to deliver patient care.
• Assesses learning needs and teaches diverse patients and families.
• Communicates, delegates, and manages nursing team resources with accountability.
• Uses data and knowledge to improve patient outcomes.
• Promotes customer satisfaction and staff morale.
• Adapts care to patient population and respects privacy.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Judgement

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

RN license

BLS certification

Clinical Specialty certification (preferred)

Job description

Ochsner Health in Baton Rouge, LA seeks a nurse leader to oversee patient care using the nursing process within regulatory frameworks. You will delegate, direct, and support licensed and ancillary team members, accountable for outcomes, and advance unit and department goals.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in nursing, an active RN license, and BLS certification. Preferred is a Clinical Specialty certification. Strong communication, teamwork, and judgement are essential.