Ochsner Health is a system that delivers health to the people of Louisiana, Mississippi and the Gulf South with a mission to Serve, Heal, Lead, Educate and Innovate.
Why nursing at Ochsner Health?
Each new day, team members are provided opportunities to change and save lives. It's that dedicated commitment to putting our patients first that makes Ochsner nurses so exceptional.
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.
Whether you are an experienced nurse or you are just embarking on your career journey, there's a place for you at Ochsner. With 40 owned, managed, and affiliated hospitals, Ochsner offers a variety of opportunities to grow your career right here in our system.
Nursing Benefits at Ochsner Health
-
Professional Development Courses
- Nurse Technician Honors Program
- New Nurse and Ancillary Orientation
- Nurse Residency Program
- Preceptor Academy
- Charge Nurse Academy
- Mentor Academy
- Emerging Nurse Leader Program
- Writing Workshop Series for Nurses
- Continuing Nursing Education Courses
- Community Training Center Courses
- Ochsner Learning Institute (OLI)
-
Nursing Incentives
- Sign-on incentives available
- New Student Loan Assistance Program
- “Pay for Performance” with merit-based pay increases
- Free training and certifications through the American Heart Association
- Tuition Assistance
- Clinical Ladder Program
- Competitive differential rates for shift, weekend, charge, and preceptor
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Certification bonus
- Nursing Education Grant Fund
ANCC Magnet Recognition
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.
Testimonies from our team
Do you want to know what it's like being a registered nurse at Ochsner Health? Hear from some of our nurses below!
Ready to take the next step? Find your perfect career today.
Search JobsOchsner has a mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Policy for physicians, APPs and all employees, vendors, contracted staff, medical and allied health students, residents, fellows, and agency staff.
Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website.
