Registered Nurse (RN) - Surgery/ OR Circulator - Ochsner Baton Rouge
Ochsner Health, Baton Rouge, LA, United States
About Ochsner Health
Ochsner Health has served the community since 1942, advancing patient care, education, and innovation through dedicated employees who fill our hallways.
Job Summary
This role is a leader in 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 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 toward the achievement of unit and department strategic goals; supports Ochsner’s philosophy of nursing.
Education
Required – Associate’s degree
Preferred – Bachelor’s degree in Nursing
Work Experience
Required – Experience working with and maintaining confidential information; experience working in a fast‑paced environment with minimal supervision.
Preferred – Leadership skills and experience directly supervising or managing others.
Computer Skills
Basic computer skills.
Certifications
Required – Current State of Louisiana RN License; Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Preferred – Certification in a clinical specialty area.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
Strong organizational skills and detail oriented
Good time management skills and self directed
Demonstrates good judgment
Good interpersonal skills
Delegation skills
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.
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.
Additional Responsibilities
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.
Compliance and Laws
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards. Complies with the Ochsner Health System 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
The 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ochsner Health 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. Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Ochsner Health has served the community since 1942, advancing patient care, education, and innovation through dedicated employees who fill our hallways.
Job Summary
This role is a leader in 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 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 toward the achievement of unit and department strategic goals; supports Ochsner’s philosophy of nursing.
Education
Required – Associate’s degree
Preferred – Bachelor’s degree in Nursing
Work Experience
Required – Experience working with and maintaining confidential information; experience working in a fast‑paced environment with minimal supervision.
Preferred – Leadership skills and experience directly supervising or managing others.
Computer Skills
Basic computer skills.
Certifications
Required – Current State of Louisiana RN License; Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Preferred – Certification in a clinical specialty area.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
Strong organizational skills and detail oriented
Good time management skills and self directed
Demonstrates good judgment
Good interpersonal skills
Delegation skills
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.
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.
Additional Responsibilities
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.
Compliance and Laws
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards. Complies with the Ochsner Health System 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
The 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ochsner Health 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. Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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