RN - Medsurg & Swingbed - Full Time - Nights

Ochsner Clinic Foundation • Union, MS

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About The Position

This registered nurse role provides patient care using the nursing process and follows the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses, and Scope & Standards of Practice. The nurse delegates, directs, and assists licensed and ancillary team members; is accountable for quality patient outcomes; and demonstrates sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, and religious diversity. The position supports unit and department strategic goals and professional nursing practice.

The nurse assesses patient and family learning needs, implements appropriate teaching strategies, and communicates and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team. The role uses data and information to evaluate and promote changes that support optimal outcomes, adapts communication and behavior to the needs of each patient population, and follows applicable laws, accreditation standards, regulatory requirements, and the employer’s Compliance & Privacy Program. Other related duties may be assigned.

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 with 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 work independently.
• Ability to demonstrate good judgment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
• Certification in a clinical specialty area.

Responsibilities

• Use the nursing process in the delivery of patient care.
• Assess learning needs and implement teaching strategies suited to patients, families, and other groups or disciplines.
• Communicate, delegate, and manage nursing team resources appropriately; 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 and communication to the patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, explaining services or procedures, and requesting permissions.
• Remain knowledgeable about applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, and ensure compliance.
• Report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient or employee safety, privacy, or compliance concerns.
• Perform other related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

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