Registered Nurse (RN) - Outpatient Infusion

Ochsner Clinic Foundation • Baton Rouge, LA

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) acts as a leader in the provision of patient care using the nursing process within the framework of the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses, and Scope & Standards of Practice. The RN delegates, directs, and assists licensed and ancillary team members; assumes accountability for quality patient outcomes; demonstrates sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, and religious diversity; and participates in activities supporting unit and department strategic goals. The RN demonstrates professional responsibility and accountability and supports the company’s nursing philosophy.

The role requires effective patient care, education, communication, and collaboration across the interdisciplinary team. The RN uses data to promote change and optimal outcomes, adapts communication and care to individual patient needs, and follows applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements. This is a summary of the role’s primary duties and may be changed at the company’s discretion; it is not an exhaustive list.

The position is performed in a patient-care environment and routinely involves exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, specimens that may contain communicable diseases, hazardous medications, and hazardous waste. 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

• 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 to individuals at varying levels.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to demonstrate good judgment and work independently.
• Good interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Use the nursing process effectively in delivering patient care.
• Assess learning needs and implement teaching strategies suited 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 patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, explaining services or procedures, requesting permissions, and adjusting communication style.
• 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 concerns related to patient or employee safety, privacy, or compliance.
• Perform other related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree