RN- Med Surg Nights
The job is described as acting as a leader in the provision of patient care using the nursing process.
- Eligibility
- Medical-Surgical Nursing
Posted Sep 11 · New grads welcomed
- Shift and hours
- Nights RN- Med Surg Nights
- Unit and setting
- Med Surg nights · Hospital RN- Med Surg Nights
- License
- RN license
- Term
- Permanent
Do you qualify?
- New grads
- Welcomed
- Education
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Required - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
- Also asks
- Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
- Also asks
- Effective verbal and written communication skills Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.
Preferred
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing Preferred - Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
Your six-month RN application plan
Start about six months before graduation. Some programs open earlier; use each employer’s application dates. See program calendars.
6 months before
Shortlist units
Check application windows. Gather clinical experience, references and your expected graduation date.
Find residencies →4–6 months before
Apply as windows open
Apply before graduation when the program allows it. Keep the cohort date and license deadline with each application.
Explore new grad jobs →2–3 months before
Meet the unit manager
Ask about overtime, a shadow shift, preceptor continuity and the schedule after orientation.
Prepare your questions →Around graduation
Confirm your start
Coordinate NCLEX, the required license and your start date. Get relocation and repayment terms in writing.
Plan your license →
What it pays
Benefits
- Up To $20,000
The role and schedule
- Charge
- delegating and directing licensed and ancillary staff Effectively delegates, directs and assists licensed and ancillary team members
The workplace
Your fit
Questions to ask
- Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
On your path
Med surg is open from year one. A broad first base while you learn which path pulls harder.
Original listing
Posted on Ochsner Health’s careers page.
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This job acts as a leader in the provision of patient care using the nursing process within the framework of the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses and Scope & Standards of Practice. Effectively delegates, directs and assists licensed and ancillary team members; assumes accountability for quality patient outcomes; exhibits sensitivity to cultural, ethnic and religious diversity in all interactions; maintains involvement in activities aimed toward the achievement of unit and the department’s strategic goals and objectives and demonstrates professional responsibility and accountability for his/her own practice and supports the company's philosophy of nursing...
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.
This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.
Required - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Preferred - Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
Work Experience
Required - None.
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.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Good organizational and time management skills and ability to be self-directed.
- Ability to demonstrate good judgement.
What's around it?
Slidell, LA
Living costs about 12% below the US average