LPN - FT - ACC

LCMC Health • New Orleans, LA

392d

About The Position

The LPN position at LCMC Health involves providing essential patient care under supervision, collaborating with healthcare team members, and ensuring a smooth clinic flow. The role emphasizes clinical skills, documentation, professionalism, and adherence to safety and infection control standards, all while maintaining patient confidentiality and comfort.

Requirements

• BLS Healthcare Provider Certification from the American Heart Association.
• Licensed to practice as an LPN in Louisiana.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the care of patients under supervision and collaboration with healthcare team members.
• Measures and records vital signs based on departmental policy and patient age.
• Identifies abnormal values and reports findings to the appropriate medical provider.
• Assists with patient arrival, procedures, scheduling, and exit from the clinic.
• 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 as per clinic policy.
• Provides comfort needs of patients considering age and special needs.
• Handles clinic equipment, ensuring safety and cleanliness before use.
• Administers prescribed medication and vaccinations as ordered.
• Collects, prepares, and secures specimens for testing and transport.
• Performs point of care testing per guidelines.
• Maintains medication inventory and disposes of expired medications properly.
• Documents clinical tasks, testing, and procedures in patient medical records.
• Maintains privacy of patient health information and navigates electronic medical records.
• Prepares safety reports as directed by the clinic manager.
• Consults with the clinic manager regarding activities and problems.
• Assists with compliance to safety, infection control, and quality improvement standards.
• Participates in clinic preparation by gathering clinical documentation.
• Uses office equipment including computers and scanners.
• Obtains medical records from outside facilities when needed.
• Answers telephone calls and routes them appropriately.

Benefits

• Diverse and unique benefits tailored to the workforce.
• Support for professional growth and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree