LPN - PRN (WOUND CARE)

Kaizen Lab Inc.; New Iberia (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaizen Lab Inc. is seeking an LPN to join a wound care center in New Iberia, LA. Under RN/Provider supervision, you will deliver wound care and other basic nursing tasks in a hospital-inspired setting.

The role requires an active LPN/LVN license, BLS, and 2+ years of experience, with preferred wound care exposure. It involves coordinating care with the team and adhering to policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or GED.
• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program or state-approved equivalent.
• Current LPN/LVN license in state of practice and continuous licensure.
• Two+ years of LPN/LVN experience, including at least 1 year in SNF/LTACH settings; wound care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide wound-related patient care under supervision of RN/Provider.
• Assist in vein clinic after training.
• Support intake and discharge processes as needed.
• May perform case management under RN direction.
• Gather patient information and equipment required for care.
• Report quality of care issues to Clinical Nurse Manager.
• Communicate with team regarding interventions for quality care.
• Assist with hyperbaric therapy duties after required training.
• May serve as scribe per policy.
• Perform other delegated duties as assigned.

Skills

BLS competency

Time management

Regulatory knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Problem solving

Calm under pressure

Computerized nursing systems

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

Underthe direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Provider, the Wound Care Center Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides wound-related and other basic nursing care to the center’s patients according to all the WCC and hospital policies and procedures, care and safety protocols, and Clinical Services PracticeGuidelines.

Essential Functions / Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the RN/Provider, provides wound-related patient care according to Basic Life Support (BLS) and approved hospital protocols, Policies & Procedures.
• Assist in vein clinic as assigned after Healogics Vein Clinic training completed.
• May assist with intake and discharge.
• May provide case management under the direction of the RN.
• Gathers patient information.
• Gathers necessary equipment and supplies for the RN or provider.
• Reports quality of care issues to Clinical Nurse Manager.
• Communicates as needed with all team members regarding therapeutic interventions, to ensure quality of care.
• Performs hyperbaric oxygen therapy related duties, as needed, after completing the required Healogics hyperbaric training.
• May function as Documentation Assistant (scribe) in accordance with Healogics policy.
• Performs other duties as delegated.

Required Education, Experience and Credentials

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED).
• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program/state approved educational program.
• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the state of practice – to maintain throughout the duration of employment in the position.
• Two (2) or more years’ experience as an LPN/LVN, including one (1) or more years in SNF for LTACH setting; wound care experience preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated competency in Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Demonstrated organization, prioritization and time-management skills.
• Basic knowledge of regulatory/accrediting requirements for healthcare organizations.
• Strong interpersonal, listening, as well as oral and written communication skills.
• Customer service skills and follow-up skills.
• Ability to multi-task and to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work with others and in a team environment.
• Problem solving skills.
• Ability to stay calm all situations.
• Working knowledge of computerized nursing systems.