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Ochsner Health System Reg Nurse (RN) -Emergency Med- Bay St. Louis in Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi

This is a Registered Nurse (RN) -Emergency Medicine -Nights  position with a company located in Bay Saint Louis, MS.

Job Summary: This position 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; 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 the organization's philosophy of nursing. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Duties and Responsibilities: Effectively 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. 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.

Education and Qualifications: Required -- Registered nurse diploma. Preferred -- Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing. Required -- 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: Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications. Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally. Strong interpersonal skills. Strong time management and organizational skills. Ability to be adaptable and flexible to change. Ability to demonstrate good judgement.

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