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Job description
Registered Nurse (RN) responsible for providing patient care using the Nursing Process within the framework of the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses, and Scope & Standards of Practice. The RN delegates, directs, and assists licensed and ancillary team members, ensuring quality patient outcomes, and demonstrates professional responsibility and accountability.
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)
Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of information.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
Proficiency with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to this role, and keyboard usage.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Good organizational skills.
Good time management skills and self‑directed.
Demonstrates good judgment.
Job Duties
Effectively uses the Nursing Process in the delivery of patient care.
Assesses learning needs and implements teaching strategies appropriate for the diverse needs of patients, families, and other 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 improve the profession of nursing.
Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including respecting privacy, appropriate introduction, adapting explanations of services or procedures, obtaining permission, and adjusting communication style.
Other related duties as required.
Compliance
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility. Comply with the Ochsner Health System Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct, patient/employee safety, patient privacy, or other compliance-related concerns.
Physical and Environmental Demands
May require lifting 50 to 100 pounds occasionally, 25 to 50 pounds frequently, or 10 to 20 pounds constantly to move objects. Exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissues is routine. Occupation may expose the employee to communicable diseases. Physical demands exceed those for sedentary work.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Ochsner 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.
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Worksite address
new orleans, LA, 70123, US
Who can apply
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