Impactful LPN: Direct Patient Care & IV Therapy

Ochsner Health; Thibodaux (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct patient care within the framework of the LPN Act under RN supervision. You will support nursing staff, coordinate with the multidisciplinary team, and uphold high standards of patient experience.

The role requires a current LPN license in the state, BLS certification, and a commitment to ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Required - High School diploma or equivalent.
• Required - Experience working with and maintaining confidential information and working in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Required - Current LPN License in the state of practice
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association
• Preferred - IV Therapy Credentials

Responsibilities

• Effectively uses the Nursing Process in the delivery of 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 and professionally with all patients, guests, family members and co-workers to ensure a quality patient experience.
• Adapts to rapid change in a positive manner throughout the day as needs of the unit / department change.
• Manages personal professional development and maintains required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training and credentials.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Good judgment

Interpersonal skills

Delegation skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

LPN License in state of practice

BLS Certification (American Heart Association)

IV Therapy Credentials (Preferred)

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct patient care within the framework of the LPN Act under RN supervision. You will support nursing staff, coordinate with the multidisciplinary team, and uphold high standards of patient experience.

The role requires a current LPN license in the state, BLS certification, and a commitment to ongoing professional development.