RN - Infusion (Part Time)

Ochsner Health • New Orleans, LA

22h

About The Position

The Registered Nurse acts as a leader in providing patient care using the nursing process and following the Nurse Practice Act, the ANA Code for Nurses, and Scope & Standards of Practice. The role 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 nurse contributes to unit and department strategic goals, takes professional responsibility for their own practice, and supports the company's nursing philosophy.

This position is with OMC New Orleans – Home Infusion and is part-time at 20 hours per week. The nurse provides patient care, education, and leadership in coordination with the interdisciplinary team, while complying with applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements. The listed duties summarize the role and may be changed or supplemented. The position involves routine exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, communicable diseases, hazardous medications, and hazardous waste in a healthcare environment. It is classified as heavy work, involving exertion of 50–100 pounds occasionally, 25–50 pounds frequently, and 10–20 pounds constantly.

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 with computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and professionally to people at varying levels throughout the patient care process.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to demonstrate good judgment and work independently.
• Good interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Associate'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 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; 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 adapting 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.
• Immediately report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient or employee safety, privacy, or other compliance-related concerns.

What This Job Offers

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