Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Hand, Plastics Surgery, & Orthopedics Clinic

LCMC Health•New Orleans, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides patient care in a clinic setting under the direction of licensed providers and in collaboration with the healthcare team. The role supports a safe, high-quality and compassionate patient experience through clinical care, education, care coordination, documentation and clinic operations. The position is full-time, day shift, at University Medical Center in New Orleans, Louisiana, and serves the Hand, Plastics Surgery, and Orthopedics Clinic. The LPN assists with patient flow, examinations, treatments and procedures; administers medications and vaccinations as ordered; performs non-complex clinical procedures within scope and competency; collects specimens and performs point-of-care testing; and monitors medications, vaccines and clinical equipment. The role also documents care in the Electronic Medical Record, coordinates follow-up, maintains confidentiality, and supports safety, infection prevention, quality improvement and administrative clinic functions.

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, ensure proper storage and handling, and monitor refrigerator and freezer logs.
Prepare, test, clean and disinfect clinic equipment according to established standards.
Document clinical tasks, treatments, testing and procedures in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR), and complete quality-control documentation for waived testing.
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, and keep clinic managers informed of patient care needs, operational concerns and workflow issues.
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; promptly report safety concerns and environmental hazards.
Participate in Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives and Environment of Care (EOC) rounds, and promote a culture of safety.
Gather clinical documentation for provider review, obtain outside medical records, and scan documents into the EMR.
Use computers, printers, scanners and fax machines; answer and route calls; and support scheduling and clinic workflow activities.
Maintain professionalism, accountability, teamwork, positive working relationships and patient confidentiality.