Surgical Stepdown RN – Lead & Innovate

Ochsner Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in New Orleans seeks a registered nurse leader to guide patient care within the framework of nursing standards. You will delegate and support licensed and ancillary staff, ensuring high-quality outcomes and culturally sensitive care.

The role emphasizes using the nursing process, mentoring teams, and collaborating with interdisciplinary colleagues to achieve unit goals. Strong communication, organization, and clinical judgment are essential for success in this environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (required).
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (preferred).
• Current RN license in state of practice (required).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (required).
• Certification In Clinical Specialty Area (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Effectively uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient care.
• Assesses learning needs and teaches diverse patients, families, and groups.
• Communicates, delegates, and manages nursing team resources and leads interdisciplinary teams.
• Uses data and knowledge to evaluate and promote clinical change.
• Supports patient satisfaction and staff morale, aligned with professional nursing standards.
• Adapts care to diverse patient populations and privacy considerations.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

Ochsner Health in New Orleans seeks a registered nurse leader to guide patient care within the framework of nursing standards. You will delegate and support licensed and ancillary staff, ensuring high-quality outcomes and culturally sensitive care.

The role emphasizes using the nursing process, mentoring teams, and collaborating with interdisciplinary colleagues to achieve unit goals. Strong communication, organization, and clinical judgment are essential for success in this environment.