LPN- Southside Family Medicine Clinic- Full Time

Ochsner Health•Lafayette, LA

About The Position

This job provides direct patient care, including IV therapy, within the framework of the Licensed Practical Nurse Act and under the direction of a registered nurse. The LPN directs and assists ancillary nursing staff with assigned duties and works with the multidisciplinary team and other personnel. The position requires professional responsibility for one's own practice and supporting the healthcare team in providing high-quality, personalized patient care. The role uses the nursing process to gather data, plan and evaluate care, and provides care based on patients' physical, psychosocial, educational, safety and related needs. The LPN communicates professionally with patients, guests, family members and coworkers, adapts positively to changing departmental needs, maintains clinical knowledge and credentials, and complies with applicable laws, accreditation standards and regulatory requirements. The position involves routine exposure to blood, body fluids and tissue, possible exposure to communicable diseases, and possible occupational exposure to hazardous medications or waste.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current licensed practical nursing (LPN) license in the state of practice.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
Excellent organizational and time management skills; self-directed with good judgment.
Good interpersonal and delegation skills.
Ability to work with and maintain confidential information.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

IV therapy credentials.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care, including IV therapy, under the direction of a registered nurse and within the framework of the Licensed Practical Nurse Act.
Direct and assist ancillary nursing staff with assigned duties and interact with the multidisciplinary team and other personnel.
Use the nursing process to gather data, plan and evaluate patient care.
Provide care appropriate to patients' physical, psychosocial, educational, safety and related needs.
Communicate effectively and professionally with patients, guests, family members and coworkers to support a quality patient experience.
Adapt positively to changing needs of the unit or department throughout the day.
Manage professional development and maintain required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training and credentials.
Remain knowledgeable about applicable federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards and regulatory requirements, and ensure compliance.
Perform other related duties as required.
Immediately report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct, patient or employee safety concerns, patient privacy concerns and other compliance-related concerns.