LPN - Full Time - Emergency Care Services (Night Shift)

St. Tammany Parish Hospital; Covington (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA is seeking an LPN for the night shift to support ED/urgent care operations. The position requires completion of a Board Certified Nursing Program and an active Louisiana LPN license, with BLS certification.

Prior ED/urgent care experience is preferred, and strong communication and organizational skills are essential. Responsibilities include performing clerical tasks and patient care within hospital standards, with attention to time management and

Qualifications

• Successfully completed Board Certified Nursing Program.
• Current Louisiana LPN Licensure.
• Previous ED or Urgent Care experience preferred.
• Current BLS certification through ILCOR courses (e.g., AHA, ARC) with manikin check-off. ALS required within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs clerical function for a designated time frame in accordance with hospital standards and procedures.

Skills

Typing

Computer skills

Communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Medical terminology

Education

Board Certified Nursing Program

LPN Licensure (Louisiana)

Job description

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36

Work Shift: 7pm-7am

Summary of the Job:
Performs clerical function for a designated time frame in accordance with the standards and procedures of the hospital.
Minimum Qualifications:

Successfully completed Board Certified Nursing Program. Current Louisiana LPN Licensure. Previous ED or Urgent Care experience preferred.

Current BLS certification through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross. The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off.ALS required within 6 months of hire

Demonstrated communication, time management and organizational skills required. Must have typing and computer skills, knowledge of medical terminology, and be able to perform detail oriented tasks.

Physical Demands:
Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 20 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.
Physical Effort required:
Constant (67%-100%) – hearing, seeing
Frequently (34%-66%) - reaching, handling/feeling, talking
Occasionally (1%-33%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), stooping, crouching

EMPLOYMENT

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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.