LPN - OLGMC 9W Med Tele - Full Time (Days)

ochsner; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Lafayette, LA seeks an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct patient care, including IV administration, under RN supervision. You will support nursing staff and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality patient care in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires an active LPN license, BLS certification, and the ability to manage time effectively while maintaining patient safety and privacy.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current LPN license in the state of practice.
• IV therapy credentials are preferred.
• Good time management and ability to work with a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• Assist ancillary nursing staff and communicate with the team to ensure quality patient care.
• Perform nursing duties including data gathering, planning and evaluation using the nursing process.
• Maintain patient safety, confidentiality and compliance with hospital policies.

Skills

LPN license

IV therapy

BLS

Nursing care

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

We\'ve made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

Shift

6:45AM - 7:15PM

Job Description

This job provides direct care (including IV therapy) of assigned patients within the framework of the Licensed Practical Nurse Act under the direction of a registered nurse. Directs and assists ancillary nursing staff with assigned duties and interacts with the multidisciplinary team and other personnel. Demonstrates professional responsibilities and is responsible for own practice and assists other members of the healthcare team in providing the highest quality personalized patient care.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company\'s discretion.

Education

Required - High school diploma or equivalent.

Work Experience

Required - None.

Certifications

• Required - Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in state of practice.
• Required - Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association.
• Preferred - IV Therapy Credentials.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Good time management and organizational skills and ability to be self directed.
• Ability to demonstrate good judgement, work with and maintain confidential information, and working in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Delegation skills.

Job 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.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

Compliance & Privacy Program

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

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.

Physical and Environmental Demands

Physical and Environmental Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Heavy Work - Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those mat