Registered Nurse(RN)- OR Circulator- The Grove- PRN

Company: Ochsner Health
Location: Baton Rouge
Posted on: January 16, 2021

Job Description:

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 objectives and demonstrates professional responsibility and accountability for his/her own practice and supports the company's philosophy of nursing.EducationRequired - Registered Nurse DiplomaPreferred - Associate's or Bachelor's degree in NursingWork ExperienceRequired - 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 othersBasic computer skillsCertificationsRequired - Current RN License in the state of practiceCurrent Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart AssociationPreferred - Certification in clinical specialty areaKnowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)* Strong organizational skills and detailed oriented.* Good time management skills and self-directed.* Demonstrates good judgement.* Good interpersonal skills.* Delegation skills.Job Duties* Effectively uses the Nursing Process in the delivery of patient care.* Assesses learning needs and implement 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 in order to achieve optimal outcomes.* Embraces concepts and behaviors that enhance customer satisfaction and 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.This employer maintains and complies with its 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.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.Physical and Environmental DemandsThe physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following: Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. The incumbent has an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role. Our Mission:We Serve, Heal, Lead, Educate and Innovate.Our Vision:Ochsner will be a global medical and academic leader who will change and save--lives. We will shape the future of healthcare through our integrated health system, fueled by the passion and strength of our diversified team of physicians and employees.Our ValuesEvery day we are presented with opportunities to live out our core values as we serve and heal our patients and our communities.Ochsner Invests in You!Each new day, team members are provided opportunities to change and save lives. It's that dedicated commitment to putting our patients first that makes Ochsner nurses so exceptional.Whether you are an experienced nurse or you are just embarking on your career journey, there's a place for you at Ochsner. With 40 owned, managed, and affiliated hospitals, Ochsner offers a variety of opportunities to grow your career right here in our system.

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