Chances are you became a nurse because you care about people and want to make a difference. At Ochsner, we want to help you reach your professional and personal goals. There are ample career opportunities for growth and advancement. Nursing professionals can find a wide range of positions at our multiple hospitals and regional health centers throughout the system.

Ochsner nurses have the opportunity to practice in multiple locations; in dozens of specialties and subspecialties; across every service line and every setting, all without ever leaving the health system! Each facility offers a unique working environment and experienced medical staff, as well as state-of-the-art equipment and technology for an enhanced nursing and learning experience.

We’re fortunate to have an in-house, nationally recognized nursing education team and programs to continuously review, update, and offer new and exciting nursing development options to our nurses.

As a Magnet Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center, located at 1514 Jefferson Highway, has been acknowledged for being committed to providing a work environment where nurses are empowered and equipped to provide every patient with expert care.

Ochsner Medical Center achieved the Magnet Recognition for Excellence in Nursing Services from the American Nursing Credentialing Center (ANCC) in 2003 and re-designated in 2008 and 2019. We are among less than one percent of hospitals in the nation to receive Magnet designation four consecutive times. This designation confirms that Ochsner is one of the best hospitals for nurses to practice their profession.