Registered Nurse - ICU - Nights

About the role

This job is considered a leader in the provision of patient care utilizing the Nursing Process within the framework of the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses and Scope & Standards of Practice. The RN effectively delegates, directs and assists licensed and ancillary team members; assumes accountability for quality patient outcomes; exhibits sensitivity to cultural, ethnic and religious diversity in all interactions; maintains involvement in activities aimed toward the achievement of unit and the department’s strategic goals and objectives and demonstrates professional responsibility and accountability for his/her own practice and supports Ochsner’s philosophy of nursing.

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

Job Duties

• Effectively uses the Nursing Process in the delivery of patient care.
• Affords learning needs and implement 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.

Physical and Environmental Demands

• The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following: 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.
• 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.

Benefits

Work is a big part of your life—but it’s not the only part. Ochsner provides benefits that address many parts of your life and help you be your best self.

Culture

Collaboration and care are at the heart of our teams. We work together to ensure health and happiness are promoted within our walls and out into the communities we serve.

Physicians

Our physicians are known for their passion and expertise, across the board. Here, there is ample opportunity for growth, development and mobility.