Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Colon Rectal Surgical Clinic

LCMC Health•New Orleans, LA

20d•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works in the Colon Rectal Surgical Clinic at University Medical Center in New Orleans, Louisiana. Under the direction of licensed providers and in collaboration with the healthcare team, the LPN provides patient care and helps ensure safe, high-quality clinical outcomes and a positive patient experience. The role combines hands-on care, patient education and comfort, care coordination, documentation, and administrative support in a fast-paced, team-oriented clinic. The LPN supports clinic operations and patient care across examinations, treatments, procedures, testing, follow-up, and discharge. The position also contributes to patient safety, infection prevention, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance. The role works a full-time day shift.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing Program.
Current Louisiana Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing.
Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Healthcare Provider Certification.
Excellent communication, organizational, and patient care skills.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Nonviolent Crisis Prevention Certification (CPI/NCI-CPI); NOEH employees will obtain certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

Participate in patient care under the supervision and collaboration of the healthcare team.
Measure and document vital signs and identify and report abnormal findings.
Assist with clinic flow, including patient check-in, procedures, scheduling, and discharge.
Prepare patients for examinations, treatments, and procedures.
Administer medications and vaccinations according to provider orders and departmental policies.
Perform non-complex clinical procedures, including simple dressing changes, within scope and competency.
Recognize emergencies and respond according to organizational protocols.
Observe and report signs or symptoms of abuse and neglect in accordance with policy.
Provide comfort-focused care that considers patient age and individual needs.
Collect, prepare, secure, and transport specimens for testing.
Perform point-of-care testing according to laboratory guidelines.
Maintain medication inventory, monitor expiration dates, and ensure proper storage and handling.
Monitor refrigerator and freezer logs to maintain vaccine and medication integrity.
Prepare, test, clean, and disinfect clinic equipment according to established standards.
Document clinical tasks, treatments, testing, and procedures in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
Complete required quality control documentation for waived testing procedures.
Review laboratory and radiology results through the EMR.
Update patient demographic information and coordinate follow-up appointments.
Maintain HIPAA compliance and safeguard patient health information.
Prepare safety and incident reports when necessary.
Communicate with providers, clinic leadership, and colleagues; keep clinic managers informed of patient care needs, operational concerns, and workflow issues.
Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and teamwork, and build positive relationships with patients, families, and coworkers.
Maintain patient confidentiality.
Follow standard and transmission-based precautions and support compliance with safety, infection prevention, environmental, and regulatory standards.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe clinical environment and promptly report safety concerns and environmental hazards.
Participate in Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives and Environment of Care (EOC) rounds, promoting a culture of safety.
Gather clinical documentation for provider review and obtain medical records from outside facilities when needed.
Scan documents into the electronic medical record.
Use office equipment, including computers, printers, scanners, and fax machines.
Answer and route incoming calls professionally and efficiently.
Support scheduling and clinic workflow activities.