SD-PRN

Ochsner Health•Morton, MS

19h•Onsite

About The Position

This job 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 role involves effectively delegating, directing, and assisting licensed and ancillary team members, assuming accountability for quality patient outcomes, and exhibiting sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, and religious diversity. The incumbent will maintain involvement in activities aimed toward achieving unit and department strategic goals and objectives, and demonstrate professional responsibility and accountability for their own practice while supporting the company's philosophy of nursing. Ochsner Health is a leading not-for-profit healthcare provider in the Gulf South, operating 46 hospitals and over 370 health and urgent care centers. It has been recognized as the No. 1 hospital in Louisiana by U.S. News & World Report for 12 consecutive years, and Ochsner Children’s as the No. 1 hospital for kids in Louisiana for three consecutive years. In 2023, Ochsner Health served over 1.5 million people and has a workforce of more than 38,000 dedicated team members and over 4,700 employed and affiliated physicians.

Requirements

Registered nurse diploma
Current registered nurse (RN) license in 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
Strong interpersonal skills
Good organizational and time management skills and ability to be self-directed
Ability to demonstrate good judgement

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing
Certification in clinical specialty area

Responsibilities

Effectively uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient care.
Assesses learning needs and implements teaching strategies appropriate for the diverse needs of the patient, family and other groups or disciplines.
Communicates, delegates, and manages nursing team resources (human and fiscal) properly and serves as a leader and partner on the interdisciplinary team.
Uses data, information, and knowledge to evaluate and promote change in order to achieve optimal outcomes.
Embraces concepts and behaviors that enhance customer satisfaction and employee morale and improvement in the profession of nursing.
Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
Performs other related duties as required.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

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