Registered Nurse - MedSurg/Telemetry - Nights
Company: Ochsner Health
Location: Baton Rouge
Posted on: September 23, 2024
Job Description:
Job DescriptionWe'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 acts as 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. 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.To perform this job successfully, an
individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of
the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential duties.This job description
is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job
and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or
all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are
subject to change at the company's discretion.EducationRequired -
Registered nurse diploma.Preferred - Associate or bachelor's degree
in nursing.Work ExperienceRequired - None.CertificationsRequired -
Current registered nurse (RN) license in state of practice.Current
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart
Association.Preferred - Certification in clinical specialty
area.Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
- Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based
applications.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability
to present information clearly and professionally.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Good organizational and time management skills and ability to
be self-directed.
- Ability to demonstrate good judgement. Job Duties
- 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.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 demands described here are representative of those that
must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential
functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.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. (Constantly:
activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move
objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for
Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a
negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it
requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when
it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or
pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires
working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing
and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those
materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of
maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial
setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though
the amount of force exerted is negligible.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. There may be an
occupational risk for exposure to 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.Are you
ready to make a difference? Apply Today!Ochsner Health does not
consider an individual an applicant until they have formally
applied to the open position on this careers website.Individuals
who reside in and will work from the following areas are not
eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California,
Washington, New York, and Washington D.C.Ochsner Health endeavors
to make our site accessible to all users. If you would like to
contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, or if you
need an accommodation to complete the application process, please
contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 504-842-4748 (select
option 1) or careers@ochsner.org. This contact information is for
accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the
status of applications.We are proud to be an Equal Employment
Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to
the principles of equal employment opportunity and providing a
workplace that is free from discrimination based on race, color,
creed, religion, pregnancy status, pregnancy-related conditions,
national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical
condition, age, veteran status, military status, citizenship
status, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation,
gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information,
political affiliation, unemployment status, or any other
characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local
law. These protections extend to applicants and all employment
related decisions. View the EEO is the Law poster and
its supplement, as well as the pay transparency policy for more
information. Affirmative Action Policy Statement
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