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Ochsner Clinic Foundation • Shreveport, LA

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About The Position

This job 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 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 supports unit and department strategic goals and requires professional responsibility and accountability for the nurse’s own practice, consistent with the company’s philosophy of nursing.

The position requires a graduate of an accredited school of nursing and a current RN license in the state of practice, along with current American Heart Association BLS certification. A bachelor’s degree in nursing and certification in a clinical specialty area are preferred. No prior work experience is required.

The role is based in a patient-care environment and involves routine exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, specimens that may contain communicable diseases, and potential occupational exposure to hazardous medications or waste. The job is classified as Heavy Work, involving 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 people at varying levels throughout the patient-care process.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Able to meet the physical demands of Heavy Work, including exerting 50–100 pounds occasionally, 25–50 pounds frequently, and 10–20 pounds constantly to move objects.
• Able to work in a patient-care environment with routine exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, communicable-disease risks, and potential exposure to hazardous medications or waste.

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.
• Promote customer satisfaction, employee morale, and improvement in the nursing profession.
• 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 concerns related to patient or employee safety, patient privacy, or compliance.

What This Job Offers

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