RN-Staff - OLGSH Pre/Post Op - Full Time

About the role

We are seeking a Registered Nurse to join our dynamic team. This position is 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.

Responsibilities

• Effectively uses the Nursing Process in the delivery of patient care.
• Affirms 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.

Requirements

• Current RN License in the state of practice.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.

Qualifications

• Education Required: Registered Nurse Diploma.
• Work Experience Preferred: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
• Certifications Required: Certification In Clinical Specialty Area.

Skills and Abilities

• Computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
• 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.

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.
• 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.
• The incumbent has an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.
• Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste.

Benefits

At Ochsner Health, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family. This includes health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Our schedule varies based on department and shift requirements.