RN - OUHC Med Tele - PRN

About the role

We are seeking 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. This role involves effectively delegating, directing, and assisting licensed and ancillary team members; assuming accountability for quality patient outcomes; exhibiting sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, and religious diversity in all interactions; and maintaining involvement in activities aimed toward the achievement of unit and departmental strategic goals and objectives.

Responsibilities

• Effectively uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient care.
• Affirms learning needs and implements teaching strategies appropriate for diverse patient, family, and other group or discipline needs.
• 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.
• 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.

Requirements

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time. Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current registered nurse (RN) license in state of practice.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.

Skills

• 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.

Benefits

Details on benefits are not specified in the provided job posting.

Pay

Details on pay are not specified in the provided job posting.

Schedule

Details on schedule are not specified in the provided job posting.

Company Philosophy

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!