LPN - Warfarin

Cardiovascular Institute of the South • Lafayette, LA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Provide licensed professional nursing services primarily for the External Counterpulsation (ECP) Program, with support for the Coumadin Clinic and floor nursing as needed. Support cardiovascular physicians, surgeons, nurse practitioners, and other medical personnel in delivering patient care. Evaluate patients for ECP eligibility by reviewing medical records, medications, symptoms, treatment history, and overall clinical status. Serve as the nurse liaison for the ECP department, coordinating patient clearance with the nurse practitioner and/or cardiologist. Obtain patient consents and provide education about ECP therapy and related treatments. Monitor patients throughout ECP treatments, including EKGs, blood pressure, pulse oximetry, and other clinical assessments. Provide Coumadin/Warfarin monitoring and management according to established clinical protocols. Perform floor nursing duties including patient triage, assessments, bloodwork, physician support, diagnostic testing preparation, and patient education. Maintain accurate clinical documentation, assist with coding and billing requirements, and ensure required clinic quality and safety checks are completed. Maintain medical equipment, supplies, treatment areas, and required records to support safe and effective patient care.

Requirements

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Strong clinical assessment and patient-monitoring skills.
• Ability to accurately perform and document vital signs, EKGs, pulse oximetry, venipunctures, fingersticks, and other nursing procedures.
• Ability to educate patients and families clearly and compassionately.
• Strong attention to detail, particularly with medications, clinical documentation, protocols, and safety checks.
• Ability to recognize patient concerns and communicate effectively with physicians and nurse practitioners.
• Comfortable working across multiple clinical functions, including ECP therapy, anticoagulation management, and floor nursing.
• Ability to work collaboratively while also managing responsibilities independently.
• Commitment to patient safety, quality care, accurate documentation, and the organization's mission.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification is optional.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, compassionate, and professional nursing care to cardiovascular patients.
• Ensure patients are appropriately assessed, monitored, and educated throughout their treatment.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare team members to identify and address patient concerns.
• Follow established clinical protocols for ECP and Coumadin/Warfarin management.
• Recognize and communicate changes in patient condition, medication, symptoms, bleeding/clotting risks, or other clinical concerns.
• Provide clear education to patients, families, and caregivers regarding treatments, medications, procedures, and ongoing care.
• Maintain thorough and accurate documentation to support quality patient care, regulatory requirements, coding, and billing.
• Support multiple clinical areas and step into other departments or responsibilities when patient volume or operational needs require.
• Contribute to clinic quality, safety, equipment maintenance, and compliance processes.
• Help ensure the department successfully meets its patient-care philosophy, mission, and organizational goals.

Benefits

• Choice of three health insurance plans
• Dental insurance coverage
• Vision insurance coverage
• 401(k) with company match and profit-sharing plan
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Company-paid life insurance for you and your family
• Access to company-provided training and educational resources
• Eligibility for annual merit-based performance increases
• Accrued General Purpose Time (GPT)
• Eight company-paid holidays
• Special company events, including Christmas parties, Family Day, employee engagement activities, and Spirit Days
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees and their dependents

What This Job Offers

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