RN - Med-Surg Tele -Nights PRN

Ochsner Clinic Foundation • Slidell, LA

2d

About The Position

This role provides patient care using the nursing process within the framework of the Nurse Practice Act, the ANA Code for Nurses, and the Scope & Standards of Practice. The nurse delegates, directs, and assists licensed and ancillary team members; takes accountability for quality patient outcomes; and demonstrates sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, and religious diversity. The position supports unit and department goals and the employer’s nursing philosophy while maintaining professional responsibility for personal practice.

The nurse assesses patient and family learning needs and provides appropriate teaching, collaborates with the interdisciplinary team, and uses data and knowledge to evaluate and promote changes that support optimal outcomes. The role also requires adapting communication and care to individual patient needs and maintaining compliance with applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements. This is a PRN night position. Work is performed in a patient-care healthcare environment, with routine exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, communicable diseases, and potential exposure to hazardous medications or waste.

Requirements

• Registered nurse diploma.
• Current registered nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Proficiency using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Good organizational and time-management skills and ability to work independently.
• Ability to demonstrate good judgment.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in nursing.
• Certification in a clinical specialty area.

Responsibilities

• Use the nursing process effectively to deliver patient care.
• Assess learning needs and implement teaching strategies appropriate to patients, families, and other groups or disciplines.
• Communicate, delegate, and manage nursing team resources appropriately; serve as a leader and partner on the interdisciplinary team.
• Use data, information, and knowledge to evaluate and promote change to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Promote customer satisfaction, employee morale, and improvement in the nursing profession.
• Adapt behavior and communication to the specific patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, explaining services or procedures, requesting permissions, and adapting communication style.
• Remain knowledgeable about applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, and ensure compliance.
• Report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient or employee safety, privacy, or compliance concerns.
• Perform other related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED