Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Scheduler

Ochsner Health; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Covington, Louisiana, seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. The ideal candidate will hold a current LPN license and BLS certification, with preferred IV therapy credentials. Responsibilities include effective communication with patients and team members and maintaining professional development. This position offers a chance to contribute to excellent patient care in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Current licensed practical nursing (LPN) license in state of practice required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association required.
• IV therapy credentials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care for patients under the direction of a registered nurse.
• Manage personal professional development and maintain required clinical knowledge.
• Communicate effectively with patients and healthcare team members.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Interpersonal skills

Judgment skills

Delegation skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Overview

This Licensed Practical Nurse provides direct care (including IV therapy) for assigned patients under the direction of a registered nurse. The role directs and assists ancillary nursing staff, interacts with the multidisciplinary team, demonstrates professional responsibilities, and works with other healthcare team members to provide the highest quality personalized patient care.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Effectively uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient care through data gathering, planning and evaluation.
• Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the ages of patients served.
• Communicates effectively and professionally with all patients, guests, family members and co‑workers to ensure a quality patient experience.
• Adapts to rapid change in a positive manner throughout the day as needs of the unit/department change.
• Manages personal professional development and maintains required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training and credentials.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Work Experience: None.
• Certifications: Current licensed practical nursing (LPN) license in state of practice; Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association. Preferred: IV therapy credentials.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Excellent organizational and time‑management skills and self‑directed, good judgement; good interpersonal and delegation skills; ability to work with and maintain confidential information; ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with minimal supervision.

Physical and Environmental Demands

Heavy work – Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, or 25 to 50 pounds frequently, or 10 to 20 pounds constantly to move objects. Duties require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue; occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous medications or waste.

EEO Statement

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.