LPN or RN - Oncology Clinic

LCMC Health•Marrero, LA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) in an outpatient oncology clinic. The position offers a consistent weekday schedule, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with no weekends. The clinic setting provides direct patient care without the demands of a traditional inpatient schedule, in a collaborative, team-based environment. The nurse will work closely with providers and the healthcare team to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care, coordinate clinical services, support daily clinic operations, and ensure a positive patient experience.

Requirements

Current, valid Louisiana Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) license, or appropriate temporary permit to practice.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification.
Ability to provide safe, effective nursing care within the applicable scope of practice.
Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.

Nice To Haves

Compassionate, dependable, and organized LPN or RN who enjoys working collaboratively in a fast-paced outpatient environment and is committed to delivering exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

Obtain and record vital signs, identify abnormal findings, and communicate concerns to the appropriate provider or nursing team member.
Prepare patients for examinations, treatments, and procedures.
Assist with and perform clinical procedures within your authorized scope of practice.
Administer prescribed medications and vaccinations via approved routes, as permitted by licensure and organizational policy.
Perform routine nursing procedures, including simple dressing changes and other appropriate clinical interventions.
Collect, prepare, and secure specimens for point-of-care testing or laboratory transport.
Perform point-of-care testing when applicable.
Monitor patient conditions, recognize changes, and promptly communicate concerns or respond to urgent and emergency situations.
Provide compassionate, age-appropriate care while addressing patients' comfort and individual needs.
Participate in patient assessments, care planning, and nursing interventions as appropriate to licensure and scope of practice.
Support a smooth and efficient patient experience from arrival through departure.
Assist with scheduling new and follow-up appointments.
Collaborate with providers, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to promote continuity of care.
Gather clinical documentation and medical records for provider review.
Obtain outside medical records and ensure appropriate information is incorporated into the electronic medical record.
Reinforce patient education and instructions as appropriate to scope of practice.
Support daily clinic operations and help maintain efficient patient flow.
Assist with maintaining medication and vaccine inventory.
Monitor medication storage conditions and refrigerator/freezer temperature logs.
Ensure proper handling and disposal of expired medications.
Follow infection prevention, environmental, and patient safety standards.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized clinical environment.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, including Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) projects and Environment of Care (EOC) rounds.
Adhere to established clinical protocols and organizational policies.
Accurately document nursing care, clinical tasks, medication administration, testing, and procedures in the patient's electronic medical record.
Navigate the EMR to access laboratory results, radiology results, and medical records.
Maintain strict patient privacy and confidentiality.
Communicate patient-care concerns, clinical updates, and operational needs to appropriate providers and leadership.
Assist with telephone communication, patient inquiries, and routing calls to the appropriate team member.
Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure timely and accurate communication.