Licensed Practical Nurse-Acute MedSurgical A-Full Time

CHRISTUS Health • Coushatta, LA

130d

About The Position

Under supervision, the incumbent of this position provides professional nursing care to clinic patients. Works collaboratively with the providers within the team setting to facilitate quality care for the patient.

Requirements

• Current Louisiana LPN License
• BLS provider certification required
• ACLS provider certification required

Nice To Haves

• Pediatric Life Support (PALS) certification
• Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum (TNCC) certification
• Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR) certification
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
• AWHONN INTERMEDIATE FHM (Fetal Heart Monitoring) certification
• STABLE (Neonatal Education) certification

Responsibilities

• Performs general nursing care to patients.
• Administers treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
• Assists with the preparation of equipment and aids provider during treatment, examination, and testing of patients.
• Observes, records, and reports patients' condition and reaction to drugs or treatments to providers.
• Oversees appointment bookings and ensures preferences are given to patients in emergency situations.
• Maintains timely flow of patients.
• Greets patients and obtains well-documented history and vitals.
• Prepares patients for physical exam.
• Instructs patients in collection of samples and tests.
• May perform various tasks in accordance with established procedures and as prescribed by applicable licensure/certification.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Associate degree