LPN- Ortho Spine Clinic- Baton Rouge

Ochsner Health; Baton Rouge (LA); Sur place; USD 40 000 - 50 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A healthcare provider in Baton Rouge is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct patient care within a supportive team environment. Key responsibilities include utilizing the nursing process for patient care, communicating with patients and family members, and maintaining a high standard of professional practice. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma and a current LPN license. This role emphasizes teamwork and personal professional development, offering a meaningful opportunity to impact patient lives positively.

Responsabilités

• Deliver patient care through data gathering and planning.
• Communicate effectively with patients and healthcare team.
• Manage personal professional development and clinical knowledge.
• Assist nursing staff with patient care responsibilities.

Connaissances

Organizational skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Ability to work under minimal supervision

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Outils

BLS Certification

IV therapy credentials

Description du poste

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, innovate. We believe 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!

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent organizational and time management skills, self‑directed and demonstrates good judgement.
• Good interpersonal and delegation skills.
• Ability to work with and maintain confidential information.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with minimal supervision.

Education

Required – High school diploma or equivalent.

Work Experience

Required – None.

Certifications

• Current licensed practical nursing (LPN) license in state of practice.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association.
• Preferred – IV therapy credentials.

Physical and Environmental Demands

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. The work may be rated Light Work when it requires walking or standing extensively or sitting most of the time with pushing and pulling of light materials.

Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue. The incumbent works in a patient care area, may work directly with patients, and/or handle specimens that could contain communicable diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and disposal of contaminated waste.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Ochsner Health 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.

How to Apply

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!

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Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.