Licensed Practical Nurse - Adult Cardiology Clinic

FMOLHS•Monroe, LA

About The Position

The LPN Clinic provides patient care according to established standards and practices, and assists physicians, nurses, and staff with daily coordination of patient care and patient 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. The LPN provides direct care under the direction and supervision of a healthcare provider, administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with practical nursing standards, and implements appropriate components of patient care plans. The role also supports care coordination, patient advocacy, safety, confidentiality, and participation in quality improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited LPN program.
Proficient in English, with verbal and written communication skills.
Computer skills.
Licensed as an LPN in the state of Louisiana or hold a work permit.
BLS certification.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care using the nursing process under the direction and supervision of a healthcare provider.
Review diagnostic test results and promptly report abnormal results and changes in patient condition to the RN, physician, and appropriate healthcare team members.
Administer prescribed medications, therapies, and treatments in accordance with practical nursing standards.
Evaluate and maintain an environment that promotes patient and healthcare team safety.
Provide compassionate basic nursing care while maintaining patient privacy and confidentiality.
Implement components of the plan of care that fall within the LPN's scope of practice and competency.
Collaborate with the supervising healthcare provider in executing the patient's plan of care.
Assist physicians, RNs, and healthcare team members with data collection, assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation of patient and family care.
Support patients' psychological, ethical, spiritual, and cultural needs by collaborating with the RN and healthcare team.
Seek out healthcare team members as resources to increase practice knowledge.
Participate in unit teams, work groups, and committees as requested, anticipate needs, and assist others.
Demonstrate knowledge of unit-based quality improvement initiatives and participate in quality improvement using standards, guidelines, and pathways for care delivery.
Coordinate patient flow and schedule appointments, procedures, tests, and referrals.
Complete other duties as assigned.