Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Days

Oceans Healthcare, L.L.C.; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Louisiana is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to deliver quality nursing care in a multidisciplinary team setting. The role involves patient assessments, documentation, and implementation of care plans while ensuring compliance with healthcare standards. This position offers competitive benefits including medical coverage, 401(k), and tuition reimbursement.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Daily Pay

Paid Time Off

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Provide nursing care for patients with common health problems.
• Deliver quality nursing care and document findings accurately.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient assessments and document findings.
• Implement nursing care interventions and communicate with healthcare team.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Documentation

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Job description

Louisiana Behavioral Health - Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Job Description

Louisiana Behavioral Health is a partnership between Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport and Oceans Healthcare, two Louisiana-based providers leading the transformation of behavioral health care through evidence-based, patient-centered treatment for adolescents, adults, and seniors.

Benefits We Offer:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage (Multiple Plan Options) - Eligible first of the month after 30 days.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Discretionary Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Daily Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Competitive Market Compensation
• Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

The Licensed Practical Nurse's primary role is to provide nursing care for patients experiencing common, well-defined health problems. The LPN functions as a member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team, utilizing the nursing process to implement patient care. Services are performed under the supervision of a registered nurse but require all nursing skills to make safe, appropriate, and independent decisions within the scope of LPN practice. Duties are carried out in accordance with Joint Commission, Federal and State regulations, Oceans' Mission, policies, procedures, and Performance Improvement Standards.

Essential Functions:

1. Deliver quality nursing care to an assigned group of patients by collecting data and identifying deviations from normal; assist with reassessment of patients according to assignments, needs, and unit protocols under the direction of the registered nurse.
2. Accurately and thoroughly document all findings in the patient record and identify expected outcomes based on assessment data; effectively communicate pertinent assessment findings with other healthcare team members.
3. Implement nursing care interventions identified in the individualized multidisciplinary treatment plan using accepted standards of practice in collaboration with other healthcare providers; perform nursing procedures/treatments as prescribed by physicians or licensed independent practitioners (LIP).
4. Conduct bedside laboratory tests, wound care, and assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) to promote patient comfort and well-being.
5. Support the patient's ability to cope, adapt, and resolve issues related to illness and stressors.
6. Provide age-appropriate, culturally sensitive communication and interventions, documenting any special needs.
7. Administer medications safely according to facility policies and physician orders; assess patients before and after medication administration; communicate and document doses accurately; educate patients about their medications.
8. Follow up on patient care responsibilities; communicate any incomplete assignments or patient needs with other disciplines to ensure continuity of care; transcribe orders accurately and perform chart audits as per facility guidelines.
9. Utilize nursing knowledge to meet the needs of the facility, patient population, and staff; leverage nursing resources to promote evidence-based practice.
10. Guide, educate, and provide leadership as a preceptor to new staff; perform other duties and projects as assigned.