Licensed Practical Nurse- Full Time

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital; Moss Bluff (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Charles Memorial Health System seeks an LPN to provide comprehensive nursing care under provider supervision. You will support the Practice Director and Manager to coordinate staff, ensure care standards, and uphold policies in line with Louisiana Board of Nursing guidelines.

The role requires licensure as an LPN in Louisiana, CPR certification, and 2+ years of clinical nursing experience, with PALS preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Licensed in State of Louisiana as LPN; CPR required.
• PALS preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in clinical nursing.
• Leadership experience in nursing desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provides comprehensive nursing care under provider direction.
• Supports practice staff to ensure standards of care.
• Monitors patient flow and coordinates daily operations.
• Administers medications as licensed and competent.
• Documents in EMR and performs clinic duties as needed.
• Communicates effectively with staff and patients.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Nursing degree / diploma

Louisiana LPN license

CPR certification

PALS preferred

2+ years experience

Job description

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION 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.

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

• Receives patients from the waiting room, escorts to the exam room, prepares patient for exam
• Obtains and records all intake information in the patient medical record
• Administers medications as governed by licensure training and demonstrated competency
• Anticipates patients and other caregivers' requests/needs and responds in a timely manner
• Performs 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
• Communicates 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 physicians practice strongly desired
• Follows general instructions

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND 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

ABOUT US / CULTURE

Experience Memorial is more than a slogan; it's the care we provide our patients and its 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. Working at Lake Charles Memorial Health System. Great Place To Work.