Licensed Practical Nurse - Lake Denham Springs Clinic

FMOLHS•Denham Springs, LA

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Clinic provides patient care according to established standards and practices and assists physicians, nurses, and staff with the daily coordination of patient care and access. The role coordinates patient flow and schedules appointments, procedures, tests, and referrals. The LPN may serve as a preceptor for clinical staff and may lead and direct others within the scope of practice. The position relies on guidelines, some experience, and judgment to complete tasks, and works under general supervision. Responsibilities include observing and reporting patients’ conditions and responses to medications or treatments; educating patients and families; carrying out selected nursing duties; coordinating appointments, referrals, records, and patient flow; and assisting physicians with examinations, treatments, and tests. The LPN administers prescribed medications and treatments, may perform phlebotomy and EKGs, and may assist with flex sigmoidoscopies. The role also follows safety, quality assurance, infection-control, and departmental policies, and uses resources efficiently.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited LPN school.
Proficient in English, with verbal and written communication skills.
Computer skills.
Current Louisiana State license as an LPN.
BLS certification.

Responsibilities

Observe, record, and report patients’ conditions and reactions to drugs or treatments to physicians.
Instruct patients and families about diagnostic procedures, medications, nutrition, and health and wellness issues.
Document patient histories, vital signs, immunizations, and allergies.
Prepare, stock, and clean examination rooms and maintain treatment supplies and equipment.
Provide basic and complex nursing care measures to patients of all age groups.
Assist physicians with patient care and related clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks.
Schedule appointments and referrals; manage charts; provide information and instructions to patients; and coordinate patient flow.
Prepare examination rooms and assist physicians with examinations, treatments, and testing.
Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
May perform phlebotomy and EKGs and assist with flex sigmoidoscopies.
Follow departmental and hospital policies and procedures, safety standards, quality assurance practices, and infection-control standards.
Use equipment, supplies, facilities, and other resources prudently and efficiently.
Adhere to departmental quality standards and participate in continuous quality improvement programs.
Provide services with compassion, understanding, and respect for others.
Perform other duties as assigned or requested.
May serve as a preceptor for clinical staff and lead or direct the work of others within the scope of practice.