[Only 24h Left] 7A-7P RN – Med/Tele – Days- Sign On Bonus Position Available In Lafayette, Louisiana

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 thededicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether youwork with patients every day or support those who do, you aremaking a difference and that matters. Come make a difference atOchsner Health and discover your future today! This job acts as aleader in the provision of patient care using the nursing processwithin the framework of the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nursesand Scope & Standards of Practice. Effectively delegates, directsand assists licensed and ancillary team members; assumesaccountability for quality patient outcomes; exhibits sensitivityto cultural, ethnic and religious diversity in all interactions;maintains involvement in activities aimed toward the achievement ofunit and the department’s strategic goals and objectives anddemonstrates professional responsibility and accountability forhis/her own practice and supports the company’s philosophy ofnursing. Education Required

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing. WorkExperience Required
• None. Certifications Required
• Currentregistered nurse (RN) license in state of practice . Current BasicLife Support (BLS) certification from the American HeartAssociation. Preferred
• Certification in clinical specialty area.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Proficiency in usingcomputers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbaland written communication skills and ability to present informationclearly and professionally.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Goodorganizational and time management skills and ability to beself-directed.
• Ability to demonstrate good judgement. Job Duties
• Effectively uses the nursing process in the delivery of patientcare.
• Assesses learning needs and implements teaching strategiesappropriate for the diverse needs of the patient, family and othergroups or disciplines.
• Communicates, delegates, and managesnursing team resources (human and fiscal) properly and serves as aleader and partner on the interdisciplinary team.
• Uses data,information, and knowledge to evaluate and promote change in orderto achieve optimal outcomes.
• Embraces concepts and behaviors thatenhance customer satisfaction and employee morale and improvementin the profession of nursing.
• Adapts behavior to the specificpatient population, including but not limited to respect forprivacy, method of introduction to the patient, adaptingexplanation of services or procedures to be performed, requestingpermissions and communication style.
• Performs other relatedduties as required.

The above statements describe the generalnature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list ofall required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties maybe added, or this description amended at any time. This employermaintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program andStandards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of anyknown or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct;patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or othercompliance-related concerns. The employer is an Equal OpportunityEmployer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration foremployment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexualorientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteranstatus, or disability status. Physical and Environmental DemandsThe physical essential functions of this job include (but are notlimited to) the following: Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds offorce to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds offorce. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those forsedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enableindividuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluidand tissue. The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in anarea where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/orworks with specimens that could contain communicable diseases.

There may be an occupational risk for exposure to communicablediseases. Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting,there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardousmedications or hazardous waste within the environment throughreceipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing,administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. Therisk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential jobduties of the role. Are you ready to make a difference? ApplyToday! Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicantuntil they have formally applied to the open position on thiscareers website. Individuals who reside in and will work from thefollowing areas are not eligible for remote work position:

Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, NewYork, Washington, and Washington D.C. Ochsner Health endeavors tomake our site accessible to all users. If you would like to contactus regarding the accessibility of our website, or if you need anaccommodation to complete the application process, please contactour HR Employee Solution Center at 504-842-4748 (select option 1)or careers@ochsner.org. This contact information is foraccommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about thestatus of applications. Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to any legally protected class, including protectedveterans and individuals with disabilities.