LPN - Oncology Clinic

100 LCMC Health; Marrero (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

100 LCMC Health in Marrero is looking for an LPN Clinic Nurse who is passionate about nursing and cares for patients. You will maintain safety, assist in procedures, and ensure quality patient experiences. Nurses are encouraged to grow in a nurturing environment.

Qualifications include a current Louisiana nursing license and BLS certification. Join LCMC Health to be part of a healthcare community that values your individual contributions.

Qualifications

• Active nursing license in Louisiana.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe environment and follow infection control procedures.
• Assist with patient arrival and prepare them for examination.
• Administer medication and maintain proper storage.
• Document clinical tasks in the patient medical record.

Skills

Patient advocacy

Infection control procedures

Clinical documentation

Patient education

Education

Current nursing license in Louisiana

American Heart Association BLS certification

Job description

Your job is more than a job. If you’ve got a great heart and passion for nursing, you belong here. Building a sense of connection is vital to your growth and progression as a nurse and it’s embedded in every little thing we do at LCMC Health. Whether you’re a new grad or a seasoned caregiver, as an LPN Clinic Nurse you’ll find what makes you extraordinary and become part of a healthcare community that appreciates and nurtures “you being you”. If you’re ready to deepen your calling in a culture that fosters your well‑being and growth opportunity, then you’re going to love it here. Your experiences, knowledge, skills, empathy, compassion, and your “little something extra” all add up to you. We love that about you. And we’re excited to get to know you and find out what you’ll bring to this nursing role.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and advocate for a safe environment, follow infection control procedures, participate in quality improvement and other regulatory standard protocols during patient visits, and report safety issues.
• Participate in clinic flow, assisting with patient arrival, preparing patients for examination, treatment and/or procedures, recording appropriate vital signs, recognizing and reporting abnormal findings or emergencies to the appropriate medical provider.
• Ensure continuity of care, comfort, efficiency, consistent communications, and an exceptional experience for every patient.
• Administer prescribed medication and/or vaccinations, maintain medications and demonstrate proper storage, logging or disposal of expired medications.
• Gather appropriate clinical documentation and obtain medical records when needed or requested by the medical provider.
• Document clinical tasks, testing and procedures appropriately in the patient medical record and navigate electronic medical records to obtain lab and radiology results, update patient information, and schedule follow‑up appointments.
• Collect specimens for testing and/or transport.
• Maintain strict patient confidentiality and privacy of personal health information.
• Ensure patient safety, environmental infection control, quality improvement and other regulatory standards and compliance; prepare safety reports and report safety hazards to appropriate personnel.
• Initiate patient and family education using appropriate resources and continuum of care services.
• Contribute to the team by assisting others without being asked.

Qualifications

• Current nursing license to practice in Louisiana as defined by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.

Work Shift

Days (United States of America)

Equal Opportunity Employer

LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.