RN - PACU - Kings Hwy (PRN)

Ochsner Health System; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Part time

Job summary

Ochsner Health System is seeking a registered nurse to join the PACU team at Kings Hwy in Shreveport, LA. This PRN/part-time role requires a graduate of an accredited nursing program with an active RN license in Louisiana and current BLS certification.

The nurse will provide bedside care using the nursing process, collaborate with the interprofessional team, and support patient education and safety. The position emphasizes leadership within the unit, efficient delegation, and adherence to

Qualifications

• RN license in state of practice required.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• BLS certification required.
• BSN preferred; specialty certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care using the nursing process in PACU.
• Delegate, direct, and assist nursing team members.
• Maintain patient safety, privacy, and cultural sensitivity.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to achieve outcomes.

Skills

Proficient computers

Communication

Time management

Leadership ability

Education

RN license

BSN preferred

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

## RN - PACU - Kings Hwy (PRN)Apply: Shreveport - North Louisiana Region - Louisiana: Part time: Posted Today: REQ\\_00277862This 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, and maintains involvement in activities aimed toward the achievement of unit and the department’s strategic goals and objectives. Demonstrates professional responsibility and accountability for his/her own practice and supports the company's philosophy of nursing.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.**Education**Required - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.Preferred - 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 to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.* Excellent organizational and time management skills.**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 in order to achieve optimal outcomes.* Embraces concepts and behaviors that enhance customer satisfaction and employee morale and improvement in the profession of nursing.* Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.* 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 required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.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. This 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 to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential 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. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. The incumbent has an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role. **Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!** ***Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site.*** *Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.* Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.”