RN - Pediatric Infusions - Jeff Hwy

Job Summary

This position is 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. The nurse effectively delegates, directs, and assists licensed and ancillary team members; assumes accountability for quality patient outcomes; exhibits sensitivity to cultural, ethnic and religious diversity; maintains involvement in activities aimed toward the achievement of unit and department strategic goals and objectives;

and demonstrates professional responsibility and accountability for own practice while supporting the company's philosophy of nursing.

• Required:
  
  Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Preferred:
  Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.

• Required:
  
  None.

• 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.

• 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.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to demonstrate good judgement and be self‑directed.
• Good interpersonal 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 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.
• 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 improvement in the profession of nursing.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Performs other related duties as required.

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. The job requires walking or standing to a significant degree, may involve pushing and pulling materials, and may require a production pace. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid, and tissue, and the incumbent works in a patient care area, where there may be risk of exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous medications or waste.

The employer 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. 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.