Registered Nurse - Emergency Department - Marrero ER - Day Shift -Full Time

Ochsner Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Emergency Department at Marrero ER. This full-time day shift position provides direct patient care in a fast-paced emergency setting, where you will assess patients, implement nursing interventions, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to deliver compassionate, high-quality care.

Clinical Setting

You will work in a busy emergency department providing care to diverse patient populations. The role requires direct patient contact, exposure to communicable diseases, blood and body fluids, and potentially hazardous medications and waste. Heavy physical demands include occasionally exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force and frequently exerting 25 to 50 pounds of force to move patients and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Effectively use the nursing process to deliver patient care
• Assess patient learning needs and implement appropriate teaching strategies for patients, families, and interdisciplinary groups
• Communicate, delegate, and manage nursing team resources while serving as a leader and partner on the interdisciplinary team
• Utilize data and information to evaluate and promote change toward optimal patient outcomes
• Adapt behavior and communication to specific patient populations, respecting privacy and cultural diversity
• Demonstrate professional responsibility and accountability for your own practice
• Remain knowledgeable of current federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements
• Report any known or suspected unethical conduct, patient or employee safety concerns, or compliance issues

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Certification within 30 days of hire
• Certification in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 90 days of hire
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification within 90 days of hire
• Proficiency with computers, software, and web-based applications
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Ability to demonstrate good judgment and work independently
• Strong interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing
• Certification in a clinical specialty area

Schedule

• Full-time, day shift position