Registered Nurse (RN) - MedSurg 3 - Days

Ochsner Clinic Foundation•Baton Rouge, LA

About The Position

This role leads the provision of 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 Registered Nurse delegates, directs, and assists licensed and ancillary team members; is accountable for quality patient outcomes; demonstrates sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, and religious diversity; contributes to unit and department strategic goals; and takes professional responsibility for their practice while supporting the company’s nursing philosophy. The role uses the nursing process to deliver patient care, assesses learning needs and provides appropriate teaching, and communicates and manages nursing team resources. The nurse works as a leader and partner on the interdisciplinary team, uses data and knowledge to promote change and optimal outcomes, and adapts communication and behavior to the needs of each patient population. Duties performed routinely involve exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, communicable diseases, and potentially hazardous medications or waste in a healthcare setting. A sign-on bonus is available for eligible candidates.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Current registered nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Good organizational and time-management skills and ability to be self-directed.
Ability to demonstrate good judgment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
Certification in a clinical specialty area.

Responsibilities

Use the nursing process effectively in the delivery of patient care.
Assess learning needs and implement teaching strategies appropriate to the diverse needs of patients, families, and other groups or disciplines.
Communicate, delegate, and manage nursing team resources, including human and fiscal resources, and 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 to the patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, explaining services or procedures, requesting permissions, and adapting communication style.
Perform other related duties as required.