Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical Nursing - Nights in Baton Rouge, LA

Join Ochsner Health, where our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate has been unwavering since 1942. Here, you will be part of a team that makes a difference in the lives of patients and their families every day. If you are ready to lead in the provision of exceptional patient care, we invite you to discover your future at Ochsner Health. This position empowers Registered Nurses to utilize the Nursing Process while adhering to the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses, and established Standards of Practice. You will effectively delegate and direct both licensed and ancillary team members while taking responsibility for quality patient outcomes. Our ideal candidate will demonstrate cultural, ethnic, and religious sensitivity in all interactions and engage in activities to meet our unit and departmental goals. Sign-On Bonus Available for Eligible Candidates Education Required: Registered Nurse Diploma Preferred: Associate’s 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) • Proficient computer skills for data entry and retrieval. • Strong verbal and written communication skills to present information clearly and professionally. • Familiarity with Windows applications and role-specific software. • Excellent interpersonal skills. • Strong organizational and time management abilities. • Demonstrated good judgment. Job Duties • Utilize the Nursing Process for effective patient care delivery. • Assess learning needs and implement teaching strategies for diverse populations. • Communicate and manage nursing team resources as a leader within the Interdisciplinary Team. • Use data and knowledge to promote change for optimal patient outcomes. • Enhance customer satisfaction and employee morale through positive behaviors. • Adapt communication style to meet the specific needs of patients. • Perform other related duties as required. This description outlines the essential nature and level of work of this role. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities or skills. Additional duties may be assigned or changes made to this description at any time. Maintain knowledge of relevant federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and comply with all requirements applicable to your responsibilities. Ochsner Health complies with established standards for Compliance & Privacy, including reporting any known or suspected unethical behavior or concerns regarding safety and privacy. Ochsner Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status. Physical and Environmental Demands This role requires frequent exertion of 10 to 20 pounds of force and occasional exertion up to 100 pounds. Accommodations may be made for qualified individuals to perform essential functions. You will be exposed to risks related to hazardous medications and waste, especially in healthcare settings, based on your essential job duties. Are you ready to make a difference? Apply today! Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied for this position on our careers website. This position is not eligible for remote work from the following areas: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C. For requests regarding website accessibility, contact our HR Employee Solution Center. This contact is solely for accessibility inquiries and cannot be used to check application statuses. Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified candidates without regard to legally protected classes.