AVP-Nursing

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 is responsible for assisting the CNO in assuming responsibility for the strategic vision, long‑term planning, direction and overall accountability for patient care services; communicating and interpreting organizational and departmental missions, goals, and objectives for all areas of responsibility; and providing leadership and direction in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of activities. The role also assists the CNO in directing personnel to provide service to all customers, including patient advocacy and ensuring mechanisms for quality safety and compliance.

As a mentor, the position offers guidance to the nursing leadership team, assists planning and controlling the physical environment, materials, equipment and supplies to provide competitively cost‑effective care, and coordinates with executive administration and interdisciplinary groups on policy formation, performance improvement, information systems and risk management. The role also represents the company at community and professional activities and is dedicated to professional development and training for nurses and ancillary staff at all levels of clinical employment.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Required – Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration or other health‑related focus area

Preferred – Master's degree in Nursing

Required – 5 years nursing experience in a hospital setting

3 years experience in successfully managing complex hospital and patient care delivery

Experience in areas of responsibility

Required – Current State of Louisiana RN license

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information; proficient with Windows‑style applications and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals.
• Knowledge of principles and methods involved in education, orientation, evaluation and supervision.
• Good organizational skills.
• Good time‑management skills and self‑directed.
• Demonstrates good judgment and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

• Ensures quality of care & patient satisfaction measured by division performance reviews, accreditation and regulatory compliance, and patient advocacy scores.
• Builds an engaged workforce through leadership, talent development and collaborative employee relationships.
• Oversees research, education & training to support cutting‑edge patient care and services.
• Ensures operational profitability with sound financial performance.
• Develops and achieves long‑term strategic business plans through effective relationship building, communication, planning and fundraising.
• Oversees the physical & technological infrastructure and develops organizational structures, programs, and processes.

Other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are 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.

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