RN Unit Lead - Medical Telemetry

Ochsner Health; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana Lafayette seeks a nurse leader to direct patient care using the nursing process, coordinating licensed and ancillary team members, and upholding standards of practice. Required is graduation from an accredited nursing program, current RN license, and BLS; preferred Bachelor’s in Nursing and specialty certification. You will mentor staff, drive outcomes, and ensure regulatory compliance while delivering compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current RN license in the state of practice.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Preferred clinical specialty certification.
• Proficient computer and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead nursing care using the nursing process and delegate tasks.
• Coordinate licensed and ancillary team members to ensure smooth operations.
• Ensure quality patient outcomes and compliance with standards.
• Adapt care to diverse patient populations and maintain patient privacy.
• Support unit and department goals and contribute to strategic planning.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Team coordination

Communication skills

Patient safety

Clinical judgement

Education

Graduate of accredited school of nursing

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana Lafayette seeks a nurse leader to direct patient care using the nursing process, coordinating licensed and ancillary team members, and upholding standards of practice. Required is graduation from an accredited nursing program, current RN license, and BLS; preferred Bachelor’s in Nursing and specialty certification. You will mentor staff, drive outcomes, and ensure regulatory compliance while delivering compassionate care.