Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU - Ochsner West Bank - Nights

Job Responsibilities 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. Other related duties as required. Qualifications 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 patient information. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard. Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process. Excellent organizational skills. Excellent time management skills. Benefits Sign On Bonus Available Physical and Environmental Demands The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) frequently 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 directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. The incumbent has an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases. Exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste may occur during receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ochsner Health