RN Pre-op/PACU- St. Bernard Parish Hospital- PRN

Ochsner Health; Chalmette (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Chalmette, LA seeks a Registered Nurse to lead delivery of patient care using the Nursing Process within the Nurse Practice Act. The RN delegates and supports licensed and ancillary team members while upholding quality outcomes and cultural sensitivity.

The role emphasizes teaching, collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, and adherence to professional standards and organizational goals. Equal opportunity employer; remote work is not indicated.

Qualifications

• Proficient with computer systems and data entry for patient information.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and clinical software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to present information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective time management in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Effectively uses the Nursing Process in the delivery of patient care.
• Assesses learning needs and implements teaching strategies for diverse patients and families.
• Communicates, delegates and manages nursing team resources on the Interdisciplinary Team.
• Utilizes data to evaluate and promote changes for optimal outcomes.
• Pursues patient and staff satisfaction and professional nursing standards.

Skills

Data entry

Windows proficiency

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Registered Nurse Diploma

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Tools

Nursing information systems

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Exceptional care starts with exceptional people.

For us, this is more than a job- it’s a calling. It’s waking up each day, looking for ways to make a difference with a compassionate, inclusive and talented team. Ochsner empowers you to discover your passion, reach your potential, and Pursue Your Purpose. Exceptional care starts with exceptional people and teams. Together we are leading the way.

This job is considered a leader in the provision of 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 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.

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
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association
• Preferred - Certification in clinical specialty area

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent time management skills.

Job Duties

• Effectively uses the Nursing Process in the delivery of patient care.
• Assesses learning needs and implement 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.
• Utilizes 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.
• Other related duties as required.

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 essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following: Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environments 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.

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

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.

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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.