Registered Nurse (RN) - Observation Unit - Sign On Bonus Available - OMC, Jeff Hwy - FT - Nights

Sign-On Bonus Sign-on bonus available. Education Required: Registered Nurse Diploma Preferred: Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Work Experience Required – None Certifications Required: Current RN License in the state of practice Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association Preferred: Certification in Clinical Specialty Area Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information. Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard. Strong interpersonal skills. Good organizational skills. Good time-management skills and self-directed. Demonstrates good judgement. Job Duties Effectively uses the Nursing Process in the delivery of patient care. Assesses learning needs and implements teaching strategies appropriate for the diverse needs of patients, families, and other groups or disciplines. Communicates, delegates, and manages nursing team resources (human and fiscal) properly and serves as a leader and partner on the Interdisciplinary Team. Utilizes data, information, and knowledge to evaluate and promote change in order to achieve optimal outcomes. Embraces concepts and behaviors that enhance customer satisfaction and employee morale and improvement in the profession of nursing. Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions, and communication style. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time. Compliance Complies with the Ochsner Health System Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns. Physical and Environmental Demands Frequent exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue. The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases. Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. Ochsner is also an employer of choice for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ochsner Health