Registered Nurse - Surgical Intensive Care Unit - Full ...

Join us at Ochsner Health, a leader in healthcare since 1942, where our mission is to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. At Ochsner, every role contributes to making a difference in patients' lives. If you are ready to be part of a dedicated team that values compassion and excellence, come explore your future with us! We are excited to offer a Sign-On Bonus and Relocation Assistance for this role! This position serves as a leader in patient care using the nursing process, aligning with the Nurse Practice Act and ANA Code for Nurses. You will delegate and direct both licensed and ancillary team members, ensuring quality patient outcomes while respecting cultural, ethnic, and religious diversity. You will also engage in activities aimed at achieving unit and departmental goals. Schedule Rotating 12-hour shifts, alternating between days and nights (i.e., 2 weeks nights then 2 weeks days or vice versa). Qualifications Education Required: Registered nurse diploma. Preferred: Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing. Work Experience Required: No prior experience required. Certifications Required: Current registered nurse (RN) license in state of practice. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association. Preferred: Certification in a clinical specialty area. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) Proficiency in using computers and relevant software. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Strong organizational and time management abilities. Key Responsibilities Utilize the nursing process to deliver patient care effectively. Assess patient learning needs and implement suitable teaching strategies. Communicate, delegate, and manage nursing team resources efficiently. Use data to evaluate and promote changes for better patient outcomes. Enhance customer satisfaction and nursing practice through positive interactions. Tailor communication and care to the specific needs of diverse patient populations. Perform additional related duties as necessary. This overview outlines the general responsibilities of the role. Duties may evolve, and additional responsibilities may be assigned. Ochsner Health prioritizes compliance and ethical standards, requiring prompt reporting of any concerns regarding conduct or safety. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. Physical and Environmental Demands This role requires the ability to exert 10 to 20 pounds of force frequently, and occasionally up to 100 pounds. The physical demands exceed those of sedentary work, and reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities. This position entails exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissues, as well as potential exposure to communicable diseases within a patient care environment. As part of the healthcare setting, there is a risk of exposure to hazardous materials, depending on job duties. Are you ready to make a difference? Apply today! Please refer to the job description to understand whether the position is remote or on-site. Ochsner Health is committed to website accessibility for all users. For inquiries regarding accessibility or to request an accommodation for the application process, please reach out to our HR Employee Solution Center. Ochsner is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class.

Created: 2026-03-04