IV Therapy LPN – Med/Surg Care Expert

Ochsner Health; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a licensed practical nurse to provide direct patient care within a multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities include IV therapy, nursing process, and maintaining patient safety and privacy in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role requires an LPN license, current BLS certification, and the ability to work with diverse patients. On-site clinical duties and ongoing professional development are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Requires LPN license in state of practice.
• Current BLS certification.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• IV therapy credentials preferred.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work with and maintain confidential information.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

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.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Self-directed

Good judgement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

LPN license

BLS Certification

IV Therapy Credentials (preferred)

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a licensed practical nurse to provide direct patient care within a multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities include IV therapy, nursing process, and maintaining patient safety and privacy in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role requires an LPN license, current BLS certification, and the ability to work with diverse patients. On-site clinical duties and ongoing professional development are emphasized.