RN Charge/LPN Clinic Lead - Musculoskeletal Clinics

LCMC Health•New Orleans, LA

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The RN Charge Nurse / LPN Clinic Lead serves as a key clinical leader responsible for coordinating patient care, supporting daily operations, and fostering a positive team environment. Working closely with providers, nursing staff, and leadership, this role helps ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centered care while maintaining efficient workflows, regulatory compliance, and exceptional patient experiences. As a trusted resource and mentor, the RN Charge Nurse / LPN Clinic Lead provides guidance to clinical staff, supports patient flow, assists with care coordination, and promotes a culture of accountability, teamwork, and service excellence. In addition to clinical leadership responsibilities, this role plays an essential part in day-to-day operations by assisting with staff assignments, scheduling support, workflow management, inventory oversight, and provider communication. The RN Charge Nurse / LPN Clinic Lead helps identify operational needs, resolve issues in real time, and support staff development through coaching, training, and mentorship. The ideal candidate is a compassionate healthcare professional with strong leadership and communication skills who is committed to delivering outstanding patient care while supporting the growth and success of both the team and the organization.

Requirements

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN/ASN)
Minimum of 1 year of clinical nursing experience in the applicable specialty or patient care setting (for RN)
Current, active, and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Louisiana or a Compact RN License (for RN)
Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (for RN)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) (for RN)
Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license through the Louisiana State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners (LSBPNE) (for LPN)
Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (for LPN)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) (for LPN)
Minimum of 3 years of related clinical experience in a physician practice, outpatient clinic, ambulatory care, or healthcare setting (for LPN)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Responsibilities

Lead and support the delivery of exceptional, patient-centered care.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
Promote evidence-based practices that improve quality, safety, and patient experience.
Support patient assessments, triage, admissions, discharges, and recovery processes.
Ensure accurate documentation, medication administration, and regulatory compliance.
Serve as a key leader in daily clinic operations and workflow coordination.
Monitor and improve patient flow, clinic efficiency, and throughput.
Assist with staff assignments, scheduling support, and daily operational needs.
Partner closely with providers and leadership to ensure seamless communication and problem resolution.
Provide front-line support by helping redirect team members and resources as patient volumes and priorities change.
Ensure supplies, equipment, and clinical resources are readily available to support uninterrupted patient care.
Supervise, mentor, and coach clinical staff to support growth and performance.
Foster a positive, collaborative, and accountable work environment.
Assist with interviewing, onboarding, training, and orientation of new team members.
Address employee concerns, support conflict resolution, and encourage professional development.
Lead by example while promoting the organization's mission, vision, and values.
Champion patient safety, infection prevention, and quality improvement initiatives.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, and organizational policies.
Participate in audits, risk management activities, and performance improvement efforts.
Promote a culture of accountability, safety, and service excellence.