RN-Virtual Nurse-Med-Surg/Tele/Stepdown- Elmwood

Ochsner Health • New Orleans, LA

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About The Position

This registered nurse role provides patient care using the nursing process and follows the Nurse Practice Act, the ANA Code for Nurses, and applicable scope and standards of practice. The nurse delegates, directs, and assists licensed and ancillary team members; is accountable for quality patient outcomes; respects cultural, ethnic, and religious diversity; and participates in activities supporting unit and department goals. The role also requires professional accountability and support for the employer’s nursing philosophy.

The nurse assesses patient learning needs and implements appropriate teaching strategies, communicates and manages nursing team resources, and partners with the interdisciplinary team. The position uses data and information to promote change and optimal outcomes, adapts communication and care to the patient population, and complies with applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements. Other related duties may be assigned. The position is based in a patient-care setting and carries routine exposure risks associated with blood, body fluids, tissue, communicable diseases, hazardous medications, and hazardous waste.

Requirements

• Registered nurse diploma.
• Current registered nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Current 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 work independently.
• Ability to demonstrate good judgment.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Use the nursing process 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 human and fiscal resources; serve as a leader and partner on the interdisciplinary team.
• Use data, information, and knowledge to evaluate and promote change toward 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, explaining services or procedures, requesting permissions, and adapting communication style.
• Remain knowledgeable about and ensure compliance with applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and safety, privacy, or other compliance-related concerns.
• Perform other related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED