Full Time Endoscopy Scheduling PAT RN

Ochsner Health•Kenner, LA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This job serves as a leader in the provision of patient care using the nursing process within the framework of the Nurse Practice Act, American Nurses Association Code for Nurses and Scope & Standards of Practice. Effectively delegates, directs and assists licensed and ancillary team members. Assumes accountability for quality patient outcomes and takes initiative when collaborating with the interdisciplinary team and coordinating the patient’s plan of care. Assumes professional responsibility and accountability for his/her own practice and supports nursing department’s philosophy of nursing. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
2 years of relevant experience.
Computer experience.
Current registered nurse (RN) license in state of practice.
Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.
Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to work a flexible work schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability).

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in nursing.

Responsibilities

Thinks critically, uses good judgment, and appropriately uses the nursing process when delivering care and with the scheduling of patients.
Accurately schedules, communicates with and teaches diverse groups and disciplines accurately, effectively and in a timely fashion, using a variety of strategies.
Communicates effectively, delegates and manages nursing team resources (human and fiscal) properly and serves as a leader and partner on the Interdisciplinary Team.
Uses 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 improvement in the profession of nursing, while maintaining one’s own professional development with clinical knowledge, technical skills, training and credentials.
Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
Performs other related duties as required.

Benefits

Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website.
The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Ochsner Health is the leading not-for-profit healthcare provider in the Gulf South, delivering expert care at its 46 hospitals and more than 370 health and urgent care centers.
For 12 consecutive years, U.S. News & World Report has recognized Ochsner as the No. 1 hospital in Louisiana.
Additionally, Ochsner Children’s has been recognized as the No. 1 hospital for kids in Louisiana for three consecutive years.
Ochsner inspires healthier lives and stronger communities through a combination of standard-setting expertise, quality and connection not found anywhere else in the region.
In 2023, Ochsner Health cared for more than 1.5 million people from every state in the nation and 65 countries.
Ochsner’s workforce includes more than 38,000 dedicated team members and over 4,700 employed and affiliated physicians.
Ochsner Health is proud to be an Employer of Choice.
Ranked one of Newsweek's list of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity of 2024
Becker's Healthcare listed Ochsner Health as 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare
Awarded Culture Awards for Purpose and Values and Healthcare Industry by Top Workplace
Ranked as a 2023 Top Workplace in the USA!
Awarded Top Work Places 2023 for six consecutive years by The Times-Picayune
Earned 2022-2023 Great Place to Work Certification™
Ochsner Health named to Newsweek's America's Greatest Workplaces for Parents and Families 2023