Licensed Practical Nurse (Float) (2520)

WEILER PLASTIC SURGERY•Baton Rouge, LA

18h

About The Position

Weiler Plastic Surgery is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to deliver comprehensive patient care, encompassing vital signs, procedural assistance, and patient condition assessments. Key responsibilities include accurate EHR documentation, collaborative teamwork with medical staff, and thorough patient and family education. The LPN will manage supplies, maintain a clean environment, conduct lab draws, process prescriptions under MD direction, and aid in injectable procedures, all while upholding exceptional patient care standards. Additional tasks as assigned will support overall clinic efficiency and patient workflow.

Requirements

Licensed Practical Nurse Diploma or Certificate
Ability to help patients with mobility/lifting when needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience in hospital or aesthetics

Responsibilities

Taking and recording vital signs: This includes temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and respiration. - Relaying information to MD.
Assisting with medical procedures: This might involve assisting with examinations or other procedures.
Assessing patient condition: Observing for changes and reporting any concerns to the physician.
Providing patient education: Explaining treatments, self-care instructions, and infection precautions.
Patient wound care
Assisting patients in & out of clinic PRN
Bringing patients to clinic room for their appointment
Maintaining accurate patient records: This includes medical histories, treatments, and progress notes, prescriptions, patient education.
Entering data into electronic health records (EHRs): Ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality. New patient paperwork, Sending/ receiving clearances.
Proficient with patient pictures for before & after treatments
Pre-op patients including but not limited to: Consent forms, Instructions, Collecting vital signs, Collecting lab work, reviewing and prescribing medications for MD.
Collaborating with medical staff respectfully.
Working with physicians, other nurses, and support staff to coordinate care.
Communicating with patients and their families: Explaining procedures, answering questions, phone calls and providing emotional support.
Ordering and managing supplies: Ensuring the clinic has the necessary materials for patient care (i.e. garments, medications, supplies).
Maintaining a clean and organized work environment: Ensuring safety and hygiene standards are met.
Drawing lab work in office
Transmitting prescriptions per MD guidance
Assisting Nurse Practitioner with injectables (i.e. Botox, fillers), taking pictures prior to treatments, topical numbing.
Keeping clinic rooms fully stocked throughout the week.
Other duties as assigned.