Job Summary This role 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. The position delegates, directs, and assists licensed and ancillary team members, maintains accountability for quality patient outcomes, and promotes unit and departmental strategic goals. Education Required – Registered nurse diploma. Preferred – Associate or bachelor’s degree in nursing. Work Experience Required – None. Certifications Required – Current registered nurse (RN) license in state of practice. Required – Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association. Preferred – Certification in a clinical specialty area. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) Good organizational and time‑management skills and ability to be self‑directed. Ability to demonstrate good judgement. Good interpersonal skills. Job Duties Effectively uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient care. Assesses learning needs and implements teaching strategies appropriate for diverse patients, families, and other 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 promote improvement in the profession of nursing. Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including respect for privacy, appropriate introductions, and adapting explanations of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions, and tailoring 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. Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations, and standards. This employee maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance‑related concerns. Physical and Environmental Demands Physical demands include occasional or frequent lifting of 50 to 100 pounds, and/or 25 to 50 pounds, and/or 10 to 20 pounds constantly. Duties require walking or standing to a significant degree, moving objects, and exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissues. The role is performed in a patient‐care area where exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous medications or waste may occur. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Equal Opportunity Employer 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr