RN- OLGMC Med Renal- Nights

Overview

This RN role is a leader in patient care using the Nursing Process within the framework of the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses and Scope & Standards of Practice. The RN delegates, directs, and assists licensed and ancillary team members; assumes accountability for quality patient outcomes; exhibits sensitivity to cultural diversity; and supports the company's philosophy of nursing.

• Required:
  
  Registered Nurse Diploma
• Preferred:
  Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Required:

None

• Required:
  
  Current RN License in the state of practice
• Required:
  
  Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association
• Preferred:
  Certification in clinical specialty area

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Good time‑management skills and self‑directed.
• Demonstrates good judgment.

• 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.
• Utilizes data, information and knowledge to evaluate and promote change to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Embraces concepts and behaviors that enhance customer satisfaction, 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.
• Other related duties as required.

The physical essential functions include frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally up to 100 pounds of force. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluids and tissues. The incumbent works in a patient‑care area, directly with patients and specimens that could contain communicable diseases. Hazardous medications or waste exposure may occur. Reasonable accommodations can be made.

Ochsner Health 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.