Clinical nurse Jobs in Lafayette, LA

Leadership Opportunity At Ochsner Health

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This job leads and supervises the daily operations of all personnel and processes within the department's appointment desks. Supervises, plans, and organizes all operational functions including staffing and staff development / training within department. Supervises the implementation of policies and procedures required for success and supervises initiatives to improve processes, maximize efficiency, serve internal and external customers, and maintain high employee morale and patient satisfaction. Supervises and leads his / her respective team unit according to the organization's values and expectations.

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.

Education :

Required - High School diploma or equivalent.

Preferred - Bachelors degree.

Work Experience :

Required - 3 years of related healthcare / clinical experience with exhibited leadership or supervisory experience.

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.
• Ability to demonstrate excellent judgment in performing duties and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong delegation skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule (e.g. 24 / 7, weekend, holiday, on call availability).

Job Duties :

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. The 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.

The 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.

Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally : activity or condition exists up to 1 / 3 of the time) and / or a negligible amount of force frequently (Frequently : activity or condition exists from 1 / 3 to 2 / 3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid. There is no occupational risk for exposure to 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.