ENT Clinic LPN: IV Therapy & Patient Care

Ochsner Health; Covington (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct patient care in a fast-paced clinical setting. You will perform essential nursing duties, including IV therapy, under RN supervision and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

Required are a high school diploma or equivalent, an active LPN license in the state of practice, and BLS certification; IV therapy credentials are preferred. Safety, confidentiality and patient-centered care are emphasized throughout.

Qualifications

• Uses nursing process to deliver patient care through data gathering, planning and evaluation.
• Provides care across physical, psycho/social, educational and safety needs.
• Communicates professionally with patients, families and co-workers to ensure quality care.
• Maintains required knowledge, credentials and adapts to unit changes.
• Complies with applicable laws, regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

• Uses nursing process to gather data, plan and evaluate patient care.
• Delivers patient care based on patient age and needs.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families and team members.
• Adapts to rapid changes in the unit/department throughout the day.
• Maintains clinical knowledge, skills and credentials.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

LPN license in state of practice

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

IV therapy credentials (preferred)

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct patient care in a fast-paced clinical setting. You will perform essential nursing duties, including IV therapy, under RN supervision and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

Required are a high school diploma or equivalent, an active LPN license in the state of practice, and BLS certification; IV therapy credentials are preferred. Safety, confidentiality and patient-centered care are emphasized throughout.