LPN - Primary Care Clinic - CCPI

LCMC Health•New Orleans, LA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works in an outpatient clinic alongside providers, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support patient care, coordinate clinical services, and provide a positive patient experience. The role provides compassionate, age-appropriate care and assists with examinations, treatments, procedures, medication administration, vaccinations, routine nursing procedures, specimen collection, and point-of-care testing, within the LPN’s scope of practice and demonstrated competencies. The LPN supports continuity of care and efficient clinic operations by assisting with appointment scheduling, gathering and obtaining medical records, preparing and maintaining clinical equipment, supporting patient flow, and communicating patient-care and operational concerns. Responsibilities also include medication and vaccine inventory management, safe medication storage and handling, infection prevention, maintaining a safe clinical environment, accurate electronic medical record documentation, patient privacy, and participation in quality improvement activities. This is a weekday outpatient clinic position with a stated schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with no weekends. The position does not formally supervise employees. Work involves medium physical activity and potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens, chemicals, airborne communicable diseases, and other common healthcare environmental risks.

Requirements

Current, valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license to practice in Louisiana.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification.
Ability to provide safe, effective nursing care within the LPN scope of practice.
Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.
Commitment to patient safety, quality care, and excellent patient experiences.
Ability to perform essential clinical responsibilities in accordance with departmental physical requirements.

Responsibilities

Obtain and document vital signs, recognize abnormal findings, and communicate concerns to the appropriate healthcare provider.
Prepare patients for examinations, treatments, and procedures.
Assist with and perform routine clinical procedures within scope of practice and demonstrated competencies.
Administer prescribed medications and vaccinations in accordance with provider orders, department policies, and applicable scope of practice.
Perform routine nursing procedures, including simple dressing changes.
Collect, prepare, and secure specimens for point-of-care testing or laboratory transport.
Perform point-of-care testing according to established guidelines.
Recognize changes in patient conditions and respond appropriately to urgent or emergency situations.
Identify and report suspected abuse or neglect in accordance with organizational policies.
Provide compassionate, age-appropriate care while addressing patients’ comfort and individual needs.
Support an efficient patient experience from arrival through departure.
Assist with scheduling new and follow-up appointments.
Collaborate with providers and healthcare professionals to support continuity of care.
Gather clinical documentation and medical records for provider review.
Obtain outside medical records and ensure information is incorporated into the electronic medical record.
Prepare, clean, disinfect, and maintain clinical equipment according to safety and infection prevention standards.
Assist with daily clinic operations and efficient patient flow.
Maintain medication and vaccine inventory, including proper storage and disposal of expired medications.
Monitor medication refrigerator and freezer temperatures.
Follow medication safety protocols, including proper handling of multi-dose vials.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized clinical environment.
Follow infection prevention practices, including standard and transmission-based precautions.
Identify and report safety concerns or environmental hazards.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, including QAPI projects and EOC rounds.
Accurately document patient care, clinical tasks, medications, testing, and procedures in the electronic medical record.
Complete required clinical documentation, including point-of-care testing quality control records.
Use the EMR to access laboratory results, radiology reports, medical records, and patient information.
Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality.
Communicate patient-care concerns, clinic activities, and operational needs to providers and leadership.
Assist with telephone communication and route patient inquiries to the appropriate team member.
Prepare safety reports when necessary or as directed by clinic leadership.