RN- OLGMC 3C Med Surg- Full Time Nights

Ochsner Health • Lafayette, LA

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse acts as a leader in providing patient care using the nursing process and 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; is accountable for quality patient outcomes; and demonstrates sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, and religious diversity. The role supports unit and department strategic goals, professional accountability, and the employer’s nursing philosophy.

The nurse assesses patient and family learning needs and provides appropriate teaching; communicates and manages nursing team resources; collaborates with the interdisciplinary team; and uses data and knowledge to promote change and optimal outcomes. The nurse adapts interactions to the needs of each patient, follows applicable laws and accreditation or regulatory requirements, and reports known or suspected compliance, privacy, or safety concerns. Other related duties may be assigned. This is a full-time night-shift position.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
• Current registered nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Proficiency in 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

• Certification in a clinical specialty area.

Responsibilities

• Use the nursing process in delivering patient care.
• Assess learning needs and implement teaching strategies appropriate to patients, families, and other groups or disciplines.
• Communicate, delegate, and manage nursing team human and fiscal resources; serve as a leader and partner on the interdisciplinary team.
• Use data, information, and knowledge to evaluate and promote change in pursuit of optimal outcomes.
• Support customer satisfaction, employee morale, and improvement in the nursing profession.
• Adapt behavior and communication 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.
• Remain knowledgeable about applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements and ensure compliance.
• Immediately 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