RN- OLGO Orthopedics- Full Time Days

ClickJobs.io; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Lafayette is seeking a dedicated registered nurse to join their team. The role involves providing patient care, leading nursing teams, and ensuring quality outcomes. Candidates must hold a valid RN license and BLS certification. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in patient care and work in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Current registered nurse (RN) license required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Uses nursing process to deliver patient care.
• Assesses learning needs and implements teaching strategies.
• Communicates and manages nursing team resources.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication

Strong interpersonal skills

Good organizational and time management

Proficiency in using computers

Education

Registered nurse diploma

Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing

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!

This job acts as a leader in the provision of patient care using the nursing process within the framework of the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses, and Scope & Standards of Practice. Effectively delegates, directs, and assists licensed and ancillary team members; assumes accountability for quality patient outcomes; exhibits sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, and religious diversity in all interactions; maintains involvement in activities aimed toward the achievement of unit and department’s strategic goals and objectives; demonstrates professional responsibility and accountability for own practice, and supports the company's philosophy of nursing.

Education

Required - Registered nurse diploma.

Preferred - Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing.

Work Experience

Required - None.

Certifications

Required - Current registered nurse (RN) license in state of practice.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.

Preferred - Certification in clinical specialty area.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Good organizational and time management skills and ability to be self-directed.
• Ability to demonstrate good judgment.

Job Duties

• Effectively uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient care.
• Assesses learning needs and implements teaching strategies appropriate for the diverse needs of the patient, family, and other groups or disciplines.
• Communicates, delegates, and manages nursing team resources (human and fiscal) properly and serves as a leader and partner on the interdisciplinary team.
• Uses data, information, and knowledge to evaluate and promote change to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Embraces concepts and behaviors that enhance customer satisfaction and employee morale, and improve the nursing profession.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including respect for privacy, methods of introduction, communication style, and explanations of services or procedures.
• Performs other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added or this description amended at any time.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

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

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Heavy Work - Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. (Constant activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time.) Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even if the weight lifted is negligible, a job should be rated Light Work when it requires significant walking or standing, sitting most of the time with pushing and pulling, or working at a production pace involving pushing or pulling materials.

Routine duties involve exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissues. The work environment includes direct contact with patients and specimens that may contain communicable diseases, with potential occupational risks for exposure to hazardous medications or waste.

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!

Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website.

Individuals residing and working in Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York, Washington, and Washington D.C. are not eligible for remote work positions.

For accessibility or accommodation requests, contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 504-842-4748 (select option 1) or [e-mail]. This contact is for accommodation requests only, not application status inquiries.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, committed to a workplace free from discrimination based on protected characteristics under applicable laws.