LPN - Med/Surg/Telemetry

Ochsner Health • Gretna, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Since opening its doors in 1942, Ochsner Health has been committed to serving, healing, leading, educating, and innovating. The organization believes that its dedicated employees are the reason for its achievements and patient care success. This LPN position provides direct patient care, including IV therapy, under the supervision of a registered nurse, adhering to the Licensed Practical Nurse Act. The role involves directing and assisting ancillary nursing staff, collaborating with the multidisciplinary team, and interacting with other personnel. The LPN is expected to demonstrate professional responsibilities, be accountable for their own practice, and contribute to providing high-quality, personalized patient care.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in state of practice
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association
• Good time management and organizational skills and ability to be self directed
• Ability to demonstrate good judgement, work with and maintain confidential information, and working in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
• Good interpersonal skills
• Delegation skills

Nice To Haves

• IV Therapy Credentials

Responsibilities

• Effectively uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient care through data gathering, planning, and evaluation.
• Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the ages of patients served.
• Communicates effectively and professionally with all patients, guests, family members and co-workers to ensure a quality patient experience.
• Adapts to rapid change in a positive manner throughout the day as needs of the unit / department change.
• Manages personal professional development and maintains required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training and credentials.
• Performs other related duties as required.
• Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
• Maintains and complies with the company's 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.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees