LPN-Clinic, full-time Medicine Specialty Clinic

Ochsner Health•Shreveport, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Ochsner Health, a leading not-for-profit healthcare provider in the Gulf South, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a full-time position in their Medicine Specialty Clinic. Since 1942, Ochsner has been committed to serving, healing, leading, educating, and innovating, recognizing the dedication of its employees in providing quality patient care. This LPN role involves providing direct patient care, including IV therapy, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, and directing/assisting ancillary nursing staff. The LPN will interact with a multidisciplinary team and other personnel, demonstrating professional responsibility and contributing to high-quality, personalized patient care. The position requires adherence to the Licensed Practical Nurse Act and Ochsner's compliance and privacy programs. Ochsner Health is recognized as a top hospital in Louisiana by U.S. News & World Report and an Employer of Choice, with a workforce of over 38,000 dedicated team members.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Experience working with and maintaining confidential information
Experience working in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
Current LPN License in the state of practice
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association
Excellent organizational skills
Good time management skills and self directed
Demonstrates Good Judgement
Good interpersonal skills
Delegation skills

Nice To Haves

IV Therapy Credentials

Responsibilities

Provide direct care (including IV therapy) of assigned patients within the framework of the Licensed Practical Nurse Act under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
Direct and assist ancillary nursing staff with assigned duties.
Interact with the multidisciplinary team and other personnel.
Demonstrate professional responsibilities and be responsible for own practice.
Assist other members of the healthcare team in providing the highest quality personalized patient care.
Effectively use the Nursing Process in the delivery of patient care through data gathering, planning and evaluation.
Provide care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the ages of patients served.
Communicate effectively and professionally with all patients, guests, family members and co-workers to ensure a quality patient experience.
Adapt to rapid change in a positive manner throughout the day as needs of the unit / department change.
Manage personal professional development and maintain required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training and credentials.
Remain knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensure compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
Comply with the Ochsner Health System Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.