LCMC Health-posted 2 months ago
Full-time
Metairie, LA
501-1,000 employees

Your job is more than a job. Clinic LPN Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. The position involves participating in the care of patients under the supervision and in collaboration with other members of the healthcare team. Responsibilities include measuring and recording vital signs, assisting with patient procedures, scheduling appointments, and ensuring patient comfort. The LPN will also handle clinic equipment, administer medications, maintain medication inventory, document clinical tasks, and ensure patient confidentiality. The role requires compliance with safety and infection control standards, as well as clerical support tasks such as gathering clinical documentation and obtaining medical records.

  • Participates in the care of patients under supervision and collaboration with healthcare team.
  • Measures and records appropriate vital signs based on departmental policy and patient age.
  • Identifies abnormal values based on age and developmental level and reports findings.
  • Assists with patient arrival, procedures, scheduling appointments, and facilitating patient exit.
  • Prepares patients for examination, treatment, and procedures.
  • Observes patients for signs of abuse/neglect and reports accordingly.
  • Recognizes emergencies and responds appropriately.
  • Performs non-complex procedures according to clinic policy.
  • Provides for comfort needs of patients considering age and special needs.
  • Handles clinic equipment, ensuring safety and cleanliness.
  • Administers prescribed medication and/or vaccinations.
  • Collects, prepares, and secures specimens for testing.
  • Maintains medication inventory and ensures proper storage.
  • Documents clinical tasks, testing, and procedures in patient medical records.
  • Maintains privacy of patient personal health information.
  • Navigates Electronic Medical Record for various tasks.
  • Prepares safety reports as directed.
  • Consults with clinic manager regarding activities and problems.
  • Assists with compliance to safety and infection control standards.
  • Maintains a clean clinic working environment.
  • Reports safety hazards or violations.
  • Participates in quality improvement processes.
  • Participates in clinic preparation by gathering clinical documentation.
  • Uses office equipment including computers and scanners.
  • Obtains medical records from outside facilities.
  • Answers the telephone and routes calls.
  • BLS Healthcare Provider Certification from the American Heart Association.
  • Licensed to practice as an LPN in Louisiana.
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