Licensed Practical Nurse

Tulane group; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Tulane University is seeking a Temporary Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to assist in the SOM Pediatrics - Adolescent Medicine unit in New Orleans. The LPN will work under the Clinic Manager or Physician, utilizing the nursing process and current technology to optimize patient care and staff development.

Qualifications include an ADN with Louisiana licensure and two years in a clinical setting. Preferred skills cover EMR familiarity, Word/Excel, CPR/BLS, phlebotomy, vital signs, and

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program with current Louisiana licensure.
• Two years of experience in a medical office or hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and manage patient care under supervision.
• Demonstrate strong oral and written communication.
• Work with a team to ensure quality patient care in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Tools

Microsoft Word

EMR systems

Job description

Temporary Licensed Practical Nurse Position will be under the supervision of the Clinic Manager or Physician; the Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for the delivery and management of patient care. LPN utilizes the nursing process, the healthcare environment, and current technology to provide a climate that optimizes patient care and staff development as needed.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrated ability for excellent oral and written communication skills required
• Ability to work with others within a team to ensure quality patient care required
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment & patient-centered atmosphere

REQUIRED BACKGROUND CHECK, PHYSICAL, AND DRUG SCREENING: Selected candidates must complete and pass a background check and an occupational health screening as a condition of employment. For identified jobs, a drug screening will also be required. The background investigation requires occupational health screening, and any required drug screening will be conducted after a conditional employment offer has been extended.

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Practical Nursing with current licensure from the Louisiana State Board to practice professional nursing on the date of hire
• Two years' experience working in a medical office environment or hospital setting

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word or Excel
• Familiarity with electronic medical record systems
• Current CPR or BLS certification
• Experience in travel medicine, occupational medicine or an ambulatory care setting
• Ability to perform phlebotomy
• Ability to obtain basic vital signs

About Us

Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person's race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane's employment or educational programs or activities.

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Job Info

• Job Identification 2258
• Job Category Patient Care
• Posting Date 11/06/2026, 03:43 PM
• Degree Level Associate Degree
• Job Schedule Part time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations New Orleans, LA, United States
• Legal Employer Tulane University
• Business Unit Tulane University
• Department SOM Pediatrics - Adolescent Medicine