RN Endoscopy - Jefferson Highway

Job Overview This position plays a leadership role in providing patient care using the Nursing Process within the framework of the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses, and Scope & Standards of Practice. The RN will delegate, direct, and assist licensed and ancillary team members; assume accountability for quality patient outcomes; and support the department’s strategic goals and objectives. The role exhibits sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, and religious diversity in all interactions and demonstrates professional responsibility and accountability for own practice. Education Registered Nurse Diploma (required) Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing (preferred) Certifications Current RN License in the state of practice (required) Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (required) Certification in clinical specialty area (preferred) Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information. Proficiency with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard usage. Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process. Excellent organizational skills. Excellent time management skills. 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 the patient, family 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 respect for privacy, introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style. Performs other related duties as assigned. These 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. Physical and Environmental Demands Heavy Work - Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Duties require exposure to blood, bodily fluid, tissue, and possible exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous medications or waste. The job may involve walking or standing to a significant degree, sitting most of the time with pushing and/or pulling of materials, and maintaining a production rate pace that involves constant pushing or pulling of materials. Equal Opportunity Employer Ochsner Health 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ochsner Health