RN: Med/Surg Telemetry & Stepdown — Night Shift

Ochsner Health System; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health System is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Med/Surg Telemetry and Stepdown stroke unit at OLGMC. This full-time night shift role emphasizes leadership in nursing care, using the nursing process, and coordinating care with an interdisciplinary team.

Requirements include an RN license in the state of practice, BSN preferred, and BLS certification. Strong computer and communication skills are essential for success in this high-acuity unit.

Qualifications

• Uses nursing process to deliver patient care.
• Must be licensed as an RN in the state of practice.
• Current BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Effectively uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient care.
• Assess learning needs and implement teaching strategies.
• Communicate and manage nursing team resources; lead interdisciplinary team.
• Use data to evaluate and promote change for optimal outcomes.
• Enhance patient and family satisfaction and staff morale.

Skills

Computers & software

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization & time management

Judgement

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Tools

EMR (Electronic Medical Records)

Job description

Ochsner Health System is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Med/Surg Telemetry and Stepdown stroke unit at OLGMC. This full-time night shift role emphasizes leadership in nursing care, using the nursing process, and coordinating care with an interdisciplinary team.

Requirements include an RN license in the state of practice, BSN preferred, and BLS certification. Strong computer and communication skills are essential for success in this high-acuity unit.