LPN - Urgent Care - Marrero

LCMC Health • Marrero, LA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

LCMC Health is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for an outpatient clinic. The LPN works with providers, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support patient care, coordinate clinical services, and provide a positive patient experience. The position offers a clinic setting and emphasizes predictable weekday hours, although the listed work shift is variable hours.

The role provides direct patient care, supports clinic operations and care coordination, manages medication and vaccine safety, maintains clinical equipment and a safe environment, and documents care in the electronic medical record. The LPN is expected to provide compassionate, age-appropriate care and respond appropriately to changes in patient conditions and urgent situations. The position does not formally supervise employees.

Physical work includes standing, walking, lifting, carrying, bending, reaching, and assisting with patient-care activities. The role involves frequent use of clinical equipment, computers, and electronic medical records, as well as potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens, chemicals, airborne communicable diseases, and other common healthcare environmental risks. Compliance with safety and infection-prevention standards is required.

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 the LPN’s 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 and assist with scheduling new and follow-up appointments.
• Collaborate with providers and other healthcare professionals to support continuity of care.
• Gather clinical documentation and medical records for provider review; obtain outside records and ensure they are 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 and follow medication safety protocols, including proper handling of multi-dose vials.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized clinical environment; follow standard and transmission-based precautions 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, and 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 appropriate 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed