LPN: Direct Patient Care with IV Therapy

ochsner; Diamondhead (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct patient care, including IV therapy, under the direction of a registered nurse, and to support the nursing team. You will maintain patient safety and participate in care planning.

Education: high school diploma or equivalent; LPN license in state of practice; BLS certification from the American Heart Association; IV therapy credentials preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current LPN license in the state of practice.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• IV therapy credentials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the direction of a registered nurse.
• Use the nursing process to plan and evaluate patient care.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and co-workers to ensure quality care.
• Maintain patient safety and participate in care planning.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Ochsner Health seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct patient care, including IV therapy, under the direction of a registered nurse, and to support the nursing team. You will maintain patient safety and participate in care planning.

Education: high school diploma or equivalent; LPN license in state of practice; BLS certification from the American Heart Association; IV therapy credentials preferred.