RN - OALH Med Surg - Full Time Day

ClickJobs.io; Jennings (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Registered Nurse, where you will utilize the Nursing Process to ensure quality patient care. This role involves effective delegation, accountability for patient outcomes, and a commitment to professional standards. Ideal candidates will have a Registered Nurse Diploma and strong communication skills. Make a meaningful impact in patient care and contribute to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Current RN License in the state of practice required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Use the Nursing Process effectively in patient care.
• Assess learning needs and implement appropriate teaching strategies.
• Communicate, delegate, and manage nursing team resources.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Registered Nurse Diploma

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Tools

Windows applications

Job description

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken, and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference, and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

Job Description

This role is considered a leader in patient care, utilizing the Nursing Process within the framework of the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses, and Scope & Standards of Practice. The RN effectively delegates, directs, and assists licensed and ancillary team members; assumes accountability for quality patient outcomes; exhibits sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, and religious diversity; maintains involvement in activities aligned with unit and departmental goals; and demonstrates professional responsibility and accountability for their own practice.

Education

• Required: Registered Nurse Diploma
• Preferred: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Work Experience

• Required: None

Certifications

• Required: Current RN License in the state of practice
• Required: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association
• Preferred: Certification in a clinical specialty area

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Computer skills for data entry and retrieval
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Windows applications and role-specific software
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Good time management and self-direction
• Good judgment

Job Duties

• Use the Nursing Process effectively in patient care
• Assess learning needs and implement appropriate teaching strategies
• Communicate, delegate, and manage nursing team resources
• Utilize data to evaluate and promote change for optimal outcomes
• Enhance customer satisfaction and employee morale
• Respect patient privacy and adapt communication to the patient population
• Other related duties as required

The above statements are a general overview and are not exhaustive. Additional duties may be added or amended as needed.

Compliance and Safety

Maintain compliance with the organization's policies, including immediate reporting of unethical behaviors, and ensure safety and privacy standards are upheld.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Ochsner Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical requirements include exerting force up to 100 pounds, with exposure to blood, body fluids, and potentially communicable diseases. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for individuals with disabilities.

Additional Information

Apply today to make a difference! Note that remote work eligibility varies by location, and accessibility accommodations are available upon request. Contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 504-842-4748 or [e-mail].

We are committed to a workplace free from discrimination and to providing equal employment opportunities.