Registered Nurse; RN - Surgery​/Circulator - Ochsner Baton Rouge

About Ochsner

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 or support those who do, you are making a difference.

This RN 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 RN delegates, directs and assists licensed and ancillary team members; assumes accountability for quality patient outcomes; exhibits sensitivity to cultural, ethnic and religious diversity; maintains involvement in activities aimed toward the achievement of unit and department strategic goals.

• Associates degree (required)
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (preferred)
• Experience working with confidential information, fast‑paced environment, minimal supervision (required)
• Leadership skills or experience managing others (preferred)
• Basic computer skills (required)

• Current State of Louisiana RN License (required)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required)
• Certification in Clinical Specialty Area (preferred)

• Strong organizational skills and detail oriented
• Good time management skills and self‑directed
• Demonstrates good judgment
• Good interpersonal skills
• Delegation skills

• Effectively uses the Nursing Process in the delivery of patient care.
• Assesses learning needs and implements teaching strategies appropriate for the diverse needs of patients, families 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 improves the profession of nursing.

Frequently 10–20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally up to 100 pounds of force. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Complies with Ochsner Health System Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety; patient privacy; and other compliance-related concerns.

Ochsner 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.

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply today.