Compassionate LPN: Direct Patient Care & IV Therapy

Ochsner Health; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct patient care, including IV therapy, under RN supervision. The role requires LPN licensure in the state and BLS certification, with IV therapy credentials preferred.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, support ongoing professional development, and adapt to changing unit needs while maintaining compliance and patient safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current LPN license in state of practice.
• BLS certification required.
• IV therapy credentials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Uses nursing process in 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 with patients, guests, family and co-workers to ensure quality patient experience.
• Adapts to rapid change in unit/department as needs change.
• Manages personal professional development and maintains clinical knowledge and credentials.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Delegation

Self-directed

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

BLS Certification

IV Therapy Credentials

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct patient care, including IV therapy, under RN supervision. The role requires LPN licensure in the state and BLS certification, with IV therapy credentials preferred.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, support ongoing professional development, and adapt to changing unit needs while maintaining compliance and patient safety.