LPN​/RN Wound Care Nurse- Kenner Clinic-

Position: LPN/RN Wound Care Nurse- Kenner Clinic- Full Time

About Ochsner

Ochsner Health has committed to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate since opening the doors in 1942. Every award earned, every record broken, and every patient helped reflects the dedication of the employees who fill our hallways.

Why Work at Ochsner

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!

Position Summary

This role 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. The nurse delegates, directs, and assists licensed and ancillary team members; assumes accountability for quality patient outcomes; exhibits sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, and religious diversity; and supports the company’s philosophy of nursing.

Education

• Required—Registered nursing diploma.
• Preferred—Associate's degree in nursing.

Work Experience

• Required—None.
• Preferred—Experience directly supervising or managing others.

Certifications

• Required—Current registered nurse (RN) license in state of practice.
• Required—Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Preferred—Certification in clinical specialty area.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)

• Good organizational and time management skills; self‑directed and capable of good judgment.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with and maintain confidential information.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Leadership skills.

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 patients, families, and other groups or disciplines.
• Communicates, delegates, and manages nursing team resources (human and fiscal), 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 and employee morale and improve the profession of nursing.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including respect for privacy, method of introduction, adapting explanation of services or procedures, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Additional Responsibilities

Remain knowledgeable on current federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensure compliance with all such laws, regulations, and standards.

Physical & Environmental Demands

Heavy work:
Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds frequently, or 10 to 20 pounds constantly to move objects.
Exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissue; occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous medications or waste.
Work requires walking or standing to a significant degree, and may include pushing/pulling of materials.

Location & Work Setting

Individuals who reside in the following areas are not eligible for remote work positions:
Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.

Equal Opportunity & Contact Information

Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website. For accommodation requests only, contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 504‑842‑4748 or careers. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

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.

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