RN-Infusion- SMH East Campus

Ochsner Clinic Foundation • Slidell, LA

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About The Position

This registered nurse position acts as a leader in providing patient care using the nursing process and working within 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; takes accountability for quality patient outcomes; and demonstrates sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, and religious diversity. The role supports unit and departmental strategic goals, professional responsibility, and the employer’s nursing philosophy.

The nurse assesses patient and family learning needs, implements suitable teaching strategies, and collaborates with the Interdisciplinary Team. The role uses data and knowledge to evaluate and promote changes that support optimal outcomes, customer satisfaction, employee morale, and the nursing profession. The nurse must comply with applicable laws, accreditation standards, regulatory requirements, and the employer’s Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct. Duties may change or be supplemented.

The position requires graduation from an accredited nursing school and a current RN license in the state of practice, as well as current American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification. A bachelor's degree in nursing and certification in a clinical specialty area are preferred. No prior work experience is required. The role involves heavy physical work and routine exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, communicable diseases, and potentially hazardous medications or waste in a healthcare environment.

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 and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

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 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.
• 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 concerns.

What This Job Offers

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