RN Unit Operations Lead for Patient Care & Staffing

Ochsner Health; Metairie (LA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks an experienced RN supervisor to lead perioperative nursing care on the unit. You will coordinate, delegate, and supervise care provided by licensed nurses and patient care technicians to optimize patient outcomes.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, staff development, scheduling, and collaboration with unit leadership to resolve issues and maintain safety and quality across operations.

Qualifications

• RN diploma required; BSN preferred.
• 1 year RN experience or 2 years LPN in acute care.
• Current RN license and BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the operating room is clean, sterilized, and supplies are available.
• Organizes, plans, supervises, and provides coordinated patient care within the unit.
• Supervises, develops, and evaluates assigned staff nurses and technicians.
• Promotes nursing protocols and evidence-based practice.
• Manages staffing and resources to support daily operations.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Patient safety

Surgical procedures

Self-directed

Operational metrics

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Time management

Stress management

Education

Registered nurse diploma

Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing

Tools

EHR software

Unit scheduling software

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks an experienced RN supervisor to lead perioperative nursing care on the unit. You will coordinate, delegate, and supervise care provided by licensed nurses and patient care technicians to optimize patient outcomes.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, staff development, scheduling, and collaboration with unit leadership to resolve issues and maintain safety and quality across operations.