Neurosurgery LPN: Compassionate Patient Care & IV Therapy

Ochsner Health; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care. Requirements include a current LPN license, high school diploma or equivalent, and BLS certification.

IV therapy credentials are preferred. The role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining patient

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current LPN license in state of practice required.
• BLS certification required; IV therapy credentials preferred.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills; ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN supervision.
• Utilize nursing process for data gathering, planning and evaluation.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families and staff to ensure quality care.
• Adapt to unit changes and support team with duties as needed.
• Maintain clinical knowledge and credentials and pursue professional development.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Professional judgment

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Ability to work fast-paced

Education

High school diploma

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

IV therapy credentials (preferred)

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care. Requirements include a current LPN license, high school diploma or equivalent, and BLS certification.

IV therapy credentials are preferred. The role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining patient