RN Medical ICU -Jeff Hwy - Full Time Shift of Greatest Need

Ochsner Health • New Orleans, LA

20d

About The Position

The RN Medical ICU provides and leads 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 nurse delegates, directs, and assists licensed and ancillary team members; assumes accountability for quality patient outcomes; and demonstrates sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, and religious diversity. The role contributes to unit and department strategic goals and demonstrates professional responsibility.

The position requires a bachelor's degree in nursing, a current registered nurse license in the state of practice, and Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association. No prior work experience is required. Specialty-area certification is preferred. The nurse must be able to use computers and web-based applications, communicate effectively, work well with others, organize and manage time, work independently, and exercise good judgment.

This role is based in a patient-care environment and routinely involves exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, specimens that may contain communicable diseases, and potentially hazardous medications or waste. The position is classified as Heavy Work, with the physical demands described in the posting. Reasonable accommodations may be available for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in nursing.
• Current registered nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Proficiency 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 judgment.
• Ability to meet the position's physical demands, classified as Heavy Work, including exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 25 to 50 pounds frequently, and 10 to 20 pounds constantly.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in a clinical specialty area.

Responsibilities

• Use the nursing process effectively in delivering patient care.
• Assess learning needs and implement teaching strategies appropriate to 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.
• Adapt behavior to the patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, explaining services or procedures, requesting permissions, and adapting communication style.
• Remain knowledgeable about applicable federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, and ensure compliance.
• Report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient or employee safety, privacy, or other compliance concerns.
• Perform other related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level