LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE

MedCentris; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

MedCentris Specialty Group seeks a licensed practical nurse to provide direct patient care under physician supervision in clinic and home settings.

You will administer medications, assist with wound care, document in the EMR, and participate in care planning and patient education. Travel to various clinic locations and home program visits may be required; nails policy and PPE guidelines apply.

Strong clinical skills and ability to work with multidisciplinary teams are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited school of nursing.
• Current licensure with the State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners, with no restrictions.
• CPR/BLS required.
• TB and Flu vaccination.
• Physical requirements include mobility and lifting up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Observes, records and reports patient conditions to supervising MD/NP/PA.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments per plan of care.
• Assists MD/NP/PA in specialized procedures and wound care.
• Prepares equipment, maintains sterile technique, and documents in EMR.
• Teaches and counsels patient and family on nursing care needs.
• Completes daily paperwork and photo documentation of wounds.
• May travel to clinic locations and home visits for care.
• Performs routine venipuncture if competency documented.

Education

Graduate of accredited school of nursing

Tools

EMR

Job description

Definition and RolePerforms nursing procedures and direct patient care under the supervision of a MD/NP/PA.Job Responsibilities and DutiesObserves, records and reports to supervising MD/NP/PA, the general physical and mental conditions of the patient, as well as changes in the patient’s condition.Administers prescribed medications and treatments, in accordance with the plan of treatment, as permitted by State and local regulations.Assists the MD/NP/PA in performing specialized procedures.Prepares equipment and materials for treatment and adheres to aseptic and/or sterile technique.Assists the patient with activities of daily living and in learning appropriate self-care techniques, including wound care dressing changes.May occasionally be required to assist with Wound Medicine visits in the home setting through our Home to Heal ProgramImplements the nursing component of the patient’s plan of care.Assists the MD/NP/PA in teaching, supervising, and counseling the patient and family members, regarding the nursing care needs of the patient. (Follow-up on the plan developed by the MD/NP/PA).Prepare progress notes and clinical notes and incorporate them into the electronic medical record as indicated.Notifies MD/NP/PA or charge nurse of any problems identified in patient’s living environment, whether it is acute hospital, LTAC, Nursing home, or patient's home.Attends case conferences/interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient’s problems, treatment plans, patient progress and patient’s overall health status.May perform routine venipuncture if written documentation of competency is in personnel record. Must demonstrate competency in performing the procedure.Performs wound care and dressing changes as directed by the MD/NP/PA. Including competency on advanced wound care dressings. i.e.: TCC, dermal skin substitutes, compression wraps, etc.May receive orders from the MD/NP/PA and follow those orders, that are within the realm of practice for an LPN, and within the standards of practice for the facility in which he/she is working in.Responsible for “all other duties assigned”.Completes any necessary paperwork and turns in on a daily basis as indicated. Including documentation within the company’s EHR.Perform photo documentation and picture taking of wounds.Travel may be required to various clinic locations and home program visitsNails are required to be trimmed and cleanedAcrylic nails are prohibitedAdheres to dress code and wears identification while on dutyQualificationsGraduate of accredited school of nursing.Current licensure with the State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners, with no restrictions.Membership in professional and/or community organizations desirable.CPR/BLS requiredTB and Flu vaccinationPhysical RequirementsMobility and Lifting: Frequent sitting for extended periods of time; frequent standing; frequent lifting up to 25 pounds.Lifting, bending, and transferring patients from wheelchair to bed and vice versa.Visual: Constant ability to read information, including close up; constant ability to use a computer screen; frequent use of good overall vision, including color perception.Dexterity: Constant eye and hand coordination and manual dexterity to write, operate a computer keyboard and finely manipulate small objects.Emotional/Psychological: Constant ability to make decisions and concentrate.