Licensed Practical Nurse - Full Time

Lake Charles Memorial Health System; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Charles Memorial Health System is seeking an LPN to provide high-quality nurse and provider support in an outpatient clinic setting. You will assist the Practice Director and Manager in coordinating staff, ensuring standards of practice, and maintaining patient care consistency under physician supervision.

You will perform duties within licensure and policy guidelines, manage patient flow, administer medications, and document in EMR.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Licensed in Louisiana as LPN.
• CPR certification required.
• 2+ years clinical nursing experience; outpatient/physician practice preferred.
• Nursing leadership experience preferred.
• Follows general instructions.

Responsibilities

• Receives patients from the waiting room and escorts to the exam room.
• Obtains and records intake information in the patient medical record.
• Administers medications as licensed and competent.
• Anticipates patients' and caregivers' needs and responds promptly.
• Performs tests in the office as ordered.
• Observes universal precautions and aseptic technique.
• Reports and documents critical lab values/adverse reactions to the provider.
• Performs computer order entry in the Clinic Information System and documents in EMR.
• Able to perform administrative duties as needed.
• Communicates effectively with staff and patients.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Inventory management and supply needs coordination.
• Assists in daily cleaning of exam rooms and clinic areas.

Skills

Patient care

Medication administration

EMR / clinic software

Vital signs

Communication

Education

Louisiana Licensed LPN

Tools

EMR system

Clinic Information System

Job description

The LPN is responsible for providing provider support as applicable, and comprehensive nursing care to patients and their families under the direction of the provider. This position supports the Practice Director and Manager in coordinating and leading practice personnel to ensure consistent standards of practice and competencies in the delivery of patient care services. The position will perform duties within the scope of practice, ensuring consistency with Memorial Medical Group policies and procedures, standards of care, approved protocols, standing orders and guidelines. The position will also adhere to practice standards governed by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing.

The LPN is responsible for providing provider support as applicable, and comprehensive nursing care to patients and their families under the direction of the provider. This position supports the Practice Director and Manager in coordinating and leading practice personnel to ensure consistent standards of practice and competencies in the delivery of patient care services. The position will perform duties within the scope of practice, ensuring consistency with Memorial Medical Group policies and procedures, standards of care, approved protocols, standing orders and guidelines. The position will also adhere to practice standards governed by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing.

Description Of Position

SUPERVISION:

Reports directly to Nurse Manager and/or Charge Nurse

Responsibilities And Duties

• Demonstrates clinical expertise in the care of the assigned patient specialty and is recognized as a resource in practice specialty by providers and staff.
• Maintains and develops clinical knowledge through participation in continuing education programs.
• Provides continued patient care practices.
• Knowledgeable of policies and procedures, and encourages practice staff to comply.
• Monitors patient flow and takes appropriate action to optimize practice visit times; communicates delays to patients and staff.
• Coordinates the daily preparation of staff and materials to facilitate next day practice operations.

Job Accountabilities – Essential

• Receives patients from the waiting room, escorts to the exam room, prepares patient for exam.
• Obtains and records all in-take information in the patient medical record.
• Administers medications as governed by licensure, training, and demonstrated competency.
• Anticipates patients and other caregiver’s requests/needs and responds in a timely manner.
• Perform tests in the office and as ordered.
• Observes universal precautions and aseptic techniques with patient and the use of medical instruments and equipment.
• Reports and records patient critical lab values, adverse reactions, and pertinent information promptly to provider.
• Performs computer order entry in the Clinic Information System and documents in EMR.
• Able to perform administrative duties as needed.
• Communicate effectively with staff and patients.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.
• Inventories unit and determines supply needs. Conveys needs to appropriate personnel.
• Assists in daily cleaning of exam rooms and clinic station area. Assesses maintenance needs.

Education And Work Experience

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Licensed in State of Louisiana as LPN.
• Certified CPR, required.
• Specialty specific such as PALS preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in clinical nursing, including clinical experience directly related to that of assigned practice preferred. Experience in nursing leadership desired. Experience in an outpatient environment, or physician’s practice strongly desired.
• Follows general instructions.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• Work requires a variety of physical activities, including moving about within and outside of all hospital properties for long periods of time.
• Must be able to respond quickly and effectively to emergency and non-emergent situations.
• May be required to assist in controlling disorderly conduct or combative patients.
• Must be able to exchange accurate information with patient, family, peers and medical personnel.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

“Experience Memorial” is more than a slogan, it’s the care we provide our patients and it’s the commitment to our community and our team members. As a nationally certified Great Place to Work, at Lake Charles Memorial Health System you will have the opportunity to be a part of an organizational culture that supports not only exceptional patient care but also the well‑being and professional growth of our employees. Join us and be a part of a team where your contributions are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your success is celebrated.

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