RN Virtual Med Surg/Tele/Stepdown - Elmwood

Position Overview

At Ochsner Health, we have a long-standing commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate since 1942. This position is integral to our mission, acting as a leader in the provision of patient care through the nursing process, adhering to the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses, and Scope & Standards of Practice. The RN will effectively delegate, direct, and assist licensed and ancillary team members while being accountable for quality patient outcomes. Sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, and religious diversity is paramount in all interactions, and the RN will maintain active involvement in activities aimed at achieving the unit and department's strategic goals and objectives. This role also emphasizes professional responsibility and accountability for one's own practice, supporting the company's philosophy of nursing. The RN will utilize the nursing process to deliver patient care, assess learning needs, and implement appropriate teaching strategies for diverse patient populations. Effective communication, delegation, and management of nursing team resources are essential, as is serving as a leader and partner on the interdisciplinary team. The RN will leverage data and knowledge to evaluate and promote change for optimal outcomes, while also enhancing customer satisfaction and employee morale. Adaptability in behavior to meet the specific needs of the patient population is crucial, including respect for privacy and effective communication styles. The role may also involve other related duties as required, ensuring compliance with current laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory agency requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Effectively use the nursing process in the delivery of patient care.
• Assess learning needs and implement teaching strategies appropriate for diverse patient populations.
• Communicate, delegate, and manage nursing team resources effectively.
• Serve as a leader and partner on the interdisciplinary team.
• Use data and knowledge to evaluate and promote change for optimal patient outcomes.
• Enhance customer satisfaction and employee morale in the nursing profession.
• Adapt behavior to meet the specific needs of the patient population.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Required Qualifications

• Current registered nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to demonstrate good judgment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in a clinical specialty area.
• Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing.