RN-EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT -PRN- Jefferson Highway
Company: Ochsner Health System
Location: New Orleans
Posted on: February 2, 2025
Job Description:
We'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! -This
job is considered a leader in the provision of 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 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 Ochsner's philosophy of nursing.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 Ochsner's
discretion. -EducationRequired - -Associates degree -Preferred -
-Bachelor's degree -in -NursingWork ExperienceRequired -
-None.CertificationsRequired - -Current State of Louisiana RN
License. -Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the
American Heart AssociationPreferred - -Certification in clinical
specialty area -Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
- Good organizational skills
- Good time management skills and self directed -
- Demonstrates Good Judgement -
- Good interpersonal skillsJob 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.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.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.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. -Physical
and Environmental DemandsThe 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 demand
requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though
the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be
rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a
significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the
time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls;
and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace
entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even
though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The
constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace,
especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically
demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is
negligibleAre 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, Hawaii, Maryland, New York, Washington, 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 -. 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------and its---, as well as
the------for more information. -
Keywords: Ochsner Health System, New Orleans , RN-EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT -PRN- Jefferson Highway, Healthcare , New Orleans, Louisiana
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