Registered Nurse – Behavioral Health/Med Psych (Full‑Time)

About the role

The Registered Nurse will provide patient‑centered care in the Behavioral Health/Medical‑Psychiatry unit at St. Charles Parish Hospital, an Ochsner‑managed facility. This full‑time position involves using the Nursing Process and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to achieve optimal outcomes.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver nursing care using the Nursing Process and adhere to the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code, and Scope & Standards of Practice.
• Assess patient learning needs, provide education, and communicate effectively with patients, families, and the care team.
• Delegate, direct, and assist licensed and ancillary team members while managing resources.
• Utilize data and evidence‑based knowledge to promote quality improvement and patient safety.

Required profile

• Current RN license in the state of practice.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Education: RN diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred.
• No prior work experience required.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Windows‑style applications and data‑entry software for patient information retrieval.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.