RN-OR/Surgery-FT-SMH

Ochsner Health • Slidell, LA

7d

About The Position

The Registered Nurse acts as a leader in 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 role contributes to unit and departmental strategic goals, maintains professional responsibility and accountability, and supports the employer’s nursing philosophy.

The operating room schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., depending on cases. Call is required: two call shifts per week, with a response time of 30 minutes.

The position involves routine exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissue, and work in patient care areas, with patients, or with potentially communicable specimens. There may also be occupational exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste in the healthcare environment. The role is classified as heavy work, requiring exertion of 50–100 pounds occasionally, 25–50 pounds frequently, and 10–20 pounds constantly to move objects. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good time-management skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment and be self-directed.
• Good interpersonal, leadership, and delegation skills; sound judgment; and ability to supervise or manage others.
• Proficiency with computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Ability to meet the physical demands described for heavy work, with reasonable accommodations as applicable.
• Availability for operating room hours Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., depending on cases; two call shifts per week; and a 30-minute response time.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or 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.
• Support customer satisfaction, employee morale, and improvement in the nursing profession.
• Adapt behavior to the specific patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, adapting explanations of services or procedures, requesting permissions, and adjusting communication style.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• Remain knowledgeable about applicable federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, and ensure compliance.
• Report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient or employee safety, privacy, or other compliance concerns.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED