RN - Medsurg & Telemetry - PRN

Ochsner Clinic Foundation • Meridian, MS

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About The Position

This role acts as a leader in providing patient care through the nursing process, in accordance with 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; is accountable for quality patient outcomes; and demonstrates sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, and religious diversity. The role also supports unit and department goals and maintains professional responsibility for their own practice in alignment with the company’s nursing philosophy.

The nurse delivers patient-centered care, assesses and addresses learning needs, and communicates and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team. The role requires adapting communication and care to the patient population and maintaining compliance with applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements. Work is performed in a patient-care healthcare environment and entails routine exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, communicable disease risks, and potentially hazardous medications or waste.

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 the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Good organizational and time-management skills and the ability to work in a self-directed manner.
• Ability to demonstrate good judgment.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Use the nursing process effectively in the delivery of 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 properly, 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 and communication to the patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, explaining services and procedures, requesting permissions, and adapting communication style.
• Remain knowledgeable about and comply with applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements.
• 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

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree