LPN: Compassionate Care & Team Collaboration

Lake Charles Memorial Health System; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Charles Memorial Health System is seeking an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse to provide comprehensive nursing care under RN direction in Lake Charles, LA. The role supports patient assessments, medication administration, and collaborative care planning in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The LPN will document care per policy, utilize EMR systems, and participate in evidence-based practices while ensuring safety and quality of care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of School of Nursing with active LPN license.
• Current Louisiana Practical Nurse license or compact state license.
• BLS-CPR certification required.
• Ability to work within scope of practice and hospital policies.

Responsibilities

• Performs assessments and reassessments of patients.
• Documents accurately according to hospital policy.
• Demonstrates competency in medication administration.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team from admit to discharge.
• Assists RN in development and implementation of care plans.
• Follows infection control and safety policies.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Medication administration

Team collaboration

Communication

Technical proficiency

Education

Graduate of School of Nursing

Louisiana Practical Nurse license

BLS-CPR certified

Tools

EMR systems

Smart pumps

Stethoscope

Job description

Lake Charles Memorial Health System is seeking an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse to provide comprehensive nursing care under RN direction in Lake Charles, LA. The role supports patient assessments, medication administration, and collaborative care planning in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The LPN will document care per policy, utilize EMR systems, and participate in evidence-based practices while ensuring safety and quality of care.