RN Pre​/Post - Ochsner Baton Rouge - Grove

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!

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. It effectively delegates, directs, and assists licensed and ancillary team members. The role assumes accountability for quality patient outcomes, exhibits sensitivity to cultural, ethnic and religious diversity in all interactions, and maintains involvement in activities aimed at achieving unit and department strategic goals and objectives.

It demonstrates professional responsibility and accountability for its own practice and supports the company’s philosophy of nursing.

• Effectively uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient care.
• Assesses learning needs and implements teaching strategies appropriate for the diverse needs of patients, families, and other disciplines.
• Communicates, delegates, and manages nursing team resources (human and fiscal) properly, serving 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, employee morale, and improvements in the profession of nursing.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including respect for privacy and appropriate communication styles.
• Performs other related duties as required.

• Education: Required – Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Preferred – Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
• Work Experience: Required – None.
• Certifications: Required – Current registered nurse (RN) license in the state of practice;
  Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association. Preferred – Certification in a 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 to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Heavy work:
Ability to lift 50 to 100 pounds occasionally, 25 to 50 pounds frequently, or 10 to 20 pounds constantly. Exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue. Occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous medications or waste. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ochsner 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.

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply today! Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied for the open position on our careers website.

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Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.