RN​/Surgery - Ochsner St. Charles

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 considered 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 RN effectively delegates, directs and assists licensed and ancillary team members; assumes accountability for quality patient outcomes; exhibits sensitivity to cultural, ethnic and religious diversity in all interactions;

maintains involvement in activities aimed toward the achievement of unit and the department’s strategic goals and demonstrates professional responsibility and accountability for his/her own practice and supports Ochsner’s philosophy of nursing.

Required - Registered Nurse Diploma.

• Preferred - Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
• Required - Experience working with and maintaining confidential information;
  Experience working in a fast‑paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Preferred - Leadership skills / experience directly supervising or managing others.
• Basic computer skills.

• Required - Current RN License in the state of practice.
• Required - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Preferred - Certification in Clinical Specialty Area.

• Strong organizational skills and detail oriented.
• Good time management skills and self‑directed.
• Demonstrates good judgement.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Delegation skills.

• 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) 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, employee morale and improvement in the profession of nursing.

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.

Complies with the Ochsner Health System Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance‑related concerns.

Heavy Work – Exerting 50–100 pounds of force occasionally; 25–50 pounds of force frequently; 10–20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demands are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. The job requires walking or standing to a significant degree, and may include pushing and pulling at a production pace. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue and possible occupational risk for communicable diseases.

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.

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