RN Registered Nurse - Med/Surg/Telemetry - $30k Sign On Bonus!
Company: Ochsner Health
Location: Kenner
Posted on: September 24, 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! Job
Profile SummaryThis 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.$30,000 Sign On Bonus!Relocation
Assistance Offered!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. 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.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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