RN - Virtual Nurse, Med-Surg/Tele/Stepdown

Ochsner Health

. Provide patient care using the nursing process within the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses, and Scope & Standards of Practice .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeLouisiana • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patient care through the nursing process, effective communication, and leadership within interdisciplinary teams. Maintains accountability for quality outcomes while adhering to regulatory standards and promoting cultural sensitivity.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Registered Nurse LicenseBasic Life Support CertificationPatient Care AssessmentEffective Communication SkillsInterdisciplinary Team Leadership

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Hard Skills

Patient CareNursing ProcessQuality Patient OutcomesTeaching StrategiesData Evaluation

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementJudgementCultural Sensitivity

Tools & Technologies

ComputersSoftware ApplicationsWeb-Based Applications

Certifications & Qualifications

Registered Nurse DiplomaBasic Life Support Certification

Industry Keywords

Nurse Practice ActANA Code for NursesAccreditation StandardsRegulatory RequirementsPatient Populations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide patient care using the nursing process within the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses, and Scope & Standards of Practice
Delegate, direct, and assist licensed and ancillary team members
Assume accountability for quality patient outcomes
Maintain sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, and religious diversity
Participate in activities supporting unit and department strategic goals and objectives
Demonstrate professional responsibility and accountability for nursing practice
Assess patient learning needs and implement appropriate teaching strategies
Communicate, delegate, and manage nursing team resources, including human and fiscal resources
Serve as a leader and partner on the interdisciplinary team
Use data, information, and knowledge to evaluate and promote change for optimal outcomes
Support customer satisfaction, employee morale, and improvement in the nursing profession
Adapt behavior and communication to specific patient populations
Remain knowledgeable about applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements
Report known or suspected unethical, questionable, safety, privacy, or compliance-related concerns
Perform other related duties as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Registered nurse diploma
Current registered nurse (RN) license in state of practice
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association
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
Good organizational and time management skills and ability to be self-directed
Ability to demonstrate good judgement
Ability to perform heavy work, including exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 25 to 50 pounds frequently, and 10 to 20 pounds constantly
Ability to work with potential exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, communicable diseases, hazardous medications, and hazardous waste

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employment
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities
Accessible application process and accommodation support