RN- of Surgery Center-Jefferson Highway

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 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. It involves effectively delegating, directing, and assisting licensed and ancillary team members, assuming accountability for quality patient outcomes, exhibiting sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, and religious diversity, and supporting the department’s strategic goals.

The role requires professional responsibility and accountability for one's own practice and aligns with the company's philosophy of nursing.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities. This description summarizes the primary duties and responsibilities and is subject to change.

• Required:
  
  Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Preferred:
  Bachelor’s degree in nursing.

• Required:
  
  None.

• Required:
  
  Current RN license in the state of practice.
• Required:
  
  BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Preferred:
  Certification in a clinical specialty area.

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

• Utilize the nursing process in patient care delivery.
• Assess learning needs and implement appropriate teaching strategies.
• Communicate and delegate effectively within the nursing team and manage resources responsibly.
• Use data to evaluate and improve outcomes.
• Enhance customer satisfaction and employee morale.
• Perform other duties as required.

This role requires knowledge of current laws, standards, and regulations, ensuring compliance. The employer adheres to its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, with a commitment to equal opportunity employment.

This position involves exerting significant physical effort, exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissues, and occupational risks related to communicable diseases and hazardous materials.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply. Note that remote work is not available for residents of certain states. For accessibility accommodations, contact HR at  or careers. Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer.