What are the responsibilities and job description for the Healthcare Operations Leader position at Ochsner Health?
Ochsner Health Overview
We have a long history of dedication to serving, healing, leading, educating, and innovating since our founding in 1942. Our commitment remains unwavering, driven by the belief that every achievement, every record, and every patient helped is because of the hardworking employees who make up our team.
At Ochsner Health, we value everyone who works with patients or supports those who do, recognizing that they all make a difference. If you're looking for a place where you can grow and make a real impact, come join us and discover your future today.
This position plays a crucial role in providing administrative/clinical support to facilitate patient care delivery according to the nursing process. It also involves contributing to the monitoring of quality care by ensuring the efficient use of resources.
Key Responsibilities
- Supports the nursing staff in delivering high-quality patient care.
- Regularly rounds throughout the shift to identify issues that require administrative attention and ensures communication with relevant personnel.
- Effectively supervises and leads staff.
- Provides patient care based on physical, social, educational, safety, and related criteria, tailored to the age groups served in designated areas.
- Adjusts their behavior to meet the needs of diverse patient populations, including respecting patient confidentiality, introducing themselves appropriately, explaining procedures clearly, obtaining necessary permissions, and adapting communication styles.
- Performs additional tasks as needed.
Essential Qualifications
- Required: A registered nurse diploma.
- Preferred: An associate's degree in nursing.
- Required: Three years of experience as a registered nurse.
- Preferred: Experience as a critical care or charge nurse.
- Required: Current registration as a registered nurse in the state where you practice.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
- Preferred: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and CCRN certifications.
