Registered Nurse (RN) - New Grad - Transition to Practice - MedSurg/Telemetry - St. Bernard Paris...

Company: ochsner health
Location: Chalmette
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

Job DescriptionOchsner's Transition-to-Practice (TTP) program is designed to move the new graduate from critical thinking to clinical reasoning and professional nursing judgement. This is done through an innovative program, based on current evidence, designed to support the new nurse through in-person and virtual interaction. The program prepares the new graduate nurse by offering hands-on skills and reflective discussions that will ease the transition into the role of professional nurse. TTP's innovative program curriculum will start with 4 in-person on-boarding classes that will not only have interactive clinical reasoning case scenarios but will have a RN guide you on how to chart the patient's case in our electronic system; "charting like a nurse". Subsequently, you will have 3 weekly in-person clinical reasoning sessions followed by regularly scheduled virtual debriefs to discuss real patient situations and clinical wins from your unit. Our program mentors will be with you to support you at every step; celebrating your wins and overcoming challenges! To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion. 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. 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. This employer 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. 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 Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Heavy Work - Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical d

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