Registered Nurse - Telemetry
Company: Ochsner Health
Location: Kenner
Posted on: March 18, 2023
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Job Description:
Job Description:
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. Sign On
Bonus Available Education Required - Registered Nurse Diploma
Preferred - Associates or Bachelor's degree in Nursing Work
Experience Required - None Certifications Required - Current RN
License in the 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) Must have computer skills and dexterity required
for data entry and retrieval of information. Effective verbal and
written communication skills and the ability to present information
clearly and professionally Must be proficient with Windows-style
applications, various software packages specific to role and
keyboard Strong interpersonal skills Good organizational skills
Good time management skills and self-directed Demonstrates good
judgement 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.
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. 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. 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.
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