LPN Endoscopy Tech - Endo Lab - Kings Hwy

Ochsner Health • Shreveport, LA

116d

About The Position

This job provides direct care (including IV therapy) to assigned patients within the framework of the Licensed Practical Nurse Practice Act under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse; directs and assists ancillary nursing staff with assigned duties; interacts with the multidisciplinary team and other personnel; exhibits professional responsibility; assumes responsibility for own practice; assists in procedures competently and professionally; skills to understand the basic principles of anatomy and physiology associated with GI procedures; and assures appropriate handling and maintenance of equipment and supplies. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Requirements

• Graduate of approved LPN training school.
• 2 years of experience and demonstrated proficiency with advanced therapeutic endoscopy procedures with working knowledge of radiation safety and image storage guidelines.
• Current LPN License in the state of practice.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Nice To Haves

• Endoscopy technician experience.

Responsibilities

• Exhibits effective use of the Nursing Process in the delivery of patient care and while assisting physicians during procedures.
• Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the ages of patients served in assigned areas.
• Exhibits effective communication skills.
• Exhibits the skills to adapt to change in a positive constructive manner.
• Exhibits responsibility for professional development and maintaining required clinical knowledge, technical skills, maintenance of equipment, training and credentials.
• Ensures cleanliness and disinfection of endoscopes and other pertinent equipment while maintaining quality control measures.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer.

What This Job Offers

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