Registered Nurse; RN Cardiology Stepdown avail

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. The dedication of our employees is what drives every award earned, every record broken, and every patient helped.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you make a meaningful difference.

This role leads 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 leader effectively delegates, directs, and assists licensed and ancillary team members; drives quality patient outcomes; supports diversity and inclusion; and contributes to unit and departmental strategic goals.

• 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; ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Good organizational and time‑management skills; ability to be self‑directed.
• Ability to demonstrate 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 interdisciplinary team.
• 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 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 and appropriate communication style.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Heavy Work – Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally or 25 to 50 pounds frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds constantly to move objects. The job requires walking or standing significantly, and may involve pushing and pulling with minimal weight. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissue, including potential 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.

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.