RN - Cardiovascular ICU - Kings Hwy
Company: Ochsner Lsu Health Shreveport
Location: Shreveport
Posted on: May 8, 2025
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Job Description:
This job acts as a leader in the provision of patient care using
the nursing process within the framework of the Nurse Practice Act,
ANA Code for Nurses and Scope & Standards of Practice. 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, and maintains involvement in activities aimed
toward the achievement of unit and the departments strategic goals
and objectives. Demonstrates professional responsibility and
accountability for his/her own practice and supports the company'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 the company's discretion.EducationRequired -
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.Preferred - Bachelors
degree in nursing.Work ExperienceRequired -
None.CertificationsRequired - Current registered nurse (RN) license
in 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)Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based
applications.Effective verbal and written communication skills and
ability to present information clearly and professionally to
varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care
process.Excellent organizational and time management skills.Job
DutiesEffectively 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.Uses
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.Performs 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.This 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 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 negligible.Duties performed
routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.The
incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where
patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with
specimens that could contain communicable diseases. The incumbent
has an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable
diseases.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.Are you ready to make a difference? Apply
Today!Individuals who reside in and will work from the following
areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado,
California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York,
Washington, and Washington D.C.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.by Jobble
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