RN-Med Surg/Tele Stepdown - OMC Jeff Hwy - Weekend Days

Overview We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! Job Summary This job acts as a leader in the provision of patient care using the nursing process within the framework of the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses and Scope & Standards of Practice. The role effectively delegates, directs, and assists licensed and ancillary team members; assumes accountability for quality patient outcomes; exhibits sensitivity to cultural, ethnic and religious diversity; maintains involvement in activities toward the achievement of unit and the department’s strategic goals; demonstrates professional responsibility and accountability for practice and supports the company's philosophy of nursing. Mandatory Qualifications Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Work Experience: None required Certifications: Current registered nurse (RN) license in state of practice; Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in nursing; Certification in clinical specialty area Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Proficiency in 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 be self‑directed. Ability to demonstrate 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 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. Uses 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 respecting privacy, introducing patients appropriately, adapting explanations of services or procedures, requesting permissions and tailoring communication style. Performs other related duties as required. Physical and Environmental Demands Heavy work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demands exceed those for sedentary work. Requires walking or standing to a significant degree. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue, patients, specimens that could contain communicable diseases, and potentially hazardous medications or waste. The employer maintains and complies with its 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 other compliance-related concerns. The employer 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