Surgical Stepdown RN: Care Leader & Collaborator

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

Job summary

Ochsner Health in New Orleans seeks a Registered Nurse to lead and coordinate patient care using the nursing process, ensuring quality outcomes and patient satisfaction. You will mentor licensed and ancillary staff while maintaining cultural sensitivity and professional accountability.

The role emphasizes teaching, delegation, data-driven improvement, and adherence to standards of practice in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• RN license in state of practice
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association
• Certification in a clinical specialty area preferred

Responsibilities

• Effectively uses the nursing process in patient care delivery.
• Assesses learning needs and implements teaching strategies for diverse patients and families.
• Communicates, delegates, and manages nursing team resources within the interdisciplinary team.
• Uses data to evaluate and promote changes for optimal outcomes.
• Supports patient and employee satisfaction and professional nursing standards.
• Adapts care approaches to diverse patient populations while maintaining privacy and dignity.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Patient education

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Bachelor’s degree in nursing

Job description

Ochsner Health in New Orleans seeks a Registered Nurse to lead and coordinate patient care using the nursing process, ensuring quality outcomes and patient satisfaction. You will mentor licensed and ancillary staff while maintaining cultural sensitivity and professional accountability.

The role emphasizes teaching, delegation, data-driven improvement, and adherence to standards of practice in a dynamic healthcare environment.