RN Emergency Medicine- OSMH ED- PRN

Ochsner Health • Breaux Bridge, LA

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About The Position

The RN Emergency Medicine provides 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 role includes delegating, directing, and assisting licensed and ancillary team members; taking accountability for quality patient outcomes; and demonstrating sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, and religious diversity. The nurse contributes to unit and department goals, demonstrates professional accountability, and supports the employer’s nursing philosophy.

The position requires an accredited nursing-school graduate and a current RN license in the state of practice. Required certifications include American Heart Association BLS, CPI within 30 days of hire, and ACLS and PALS within 90 days of hire. 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, communicable diseases, and potentially hazardous medications or waste. The physical demands are classified as heavy work, involving exertion of 50–100 pounds occasionally, 25–50 pounds frequently, and 10–20 pounds constantly to move objects. Duties include following applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, and complying with the employer’s Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current registered nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification within 30 days of hire.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification within 90 days of hire.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification within 90 days of hire.
• 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 and the ability to work in a self-directed manner.
• Good judgment and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of heavy work, including the stated exertion levels.
• Ability to work in a patient-care environment with routine exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, communicable diseases, 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 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 human and fiscal resources appropriately; serve as a leader and partner on the interdisciplinary team.
• Use data, information, and knowledge to evaluate and promote changes that 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, tailoring explanations of services or procedures, requesting permissions, and adapting communication style.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• Remain knowledgeable about and comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient or employee safety, privacy, or other compliance concerns promptly.

What This Job Offers

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