RN Scheduler M-F 8-430p no weekends or on call South Shore

Ochsner Health • New Orleans, LA

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About The Position

The RN Scheduler serves as a leader in patient care, applying the nursing process within the Nurse Practice Act, the American Nurses Association Code for Nurses, and the Scope & Standards of Practice. The role schedules patients and coordinates care, delegates and directs licensed and ancillary team members, and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to support quality patient outcomes. The RN Scheduler is accountable for their own professional practice and supports the nursing department’s philosophy of nursing.

The position requires an accredited nursing education, a current RN license in the state of practice, and Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association. The role uses computer and web-based applications, communicates with diverse groups, adapts interactions to patient needs, and complies with applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements. Work routinely involves a patient-care environment and potential exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, communicable diseases, hazardous medications, or hazardous waste. The listed schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with no weekends or on-call duty.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience.
• Computer experience.
• Current registered nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Proficiency with computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and professionally to people at varying levels throughout the patient-care process.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing.

Responsibilities

• Apply critical thinking, sound judgment, and the nursing process in delivering care and scheduling patients.
• Schedule patients accurately and communicate and teach diverse groups and disciplines effectively and in a timely manner using a variety of strategies.
• Communicate effectively, delegate and manage nursing team resources appropriately, and serve as a leader and partner on the interdisciplinary team.
• Use data, information, and knowledge to evaluate and promote change in pursuit of optimal outcomes.
• Support customer satisfaction, employee morale, and improvement in the nursing profession while maintaining professional development, clinical knowledge, technical skills, training, and credentials.
• Adapt behavior to the patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, explaining services or procedures, requesting permission, and adapting communication style.
• Remain knowledgeable about and comply with applicable federal, state, and local 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

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