Night-Shift Emergency Department LPN - Compassionate Care

LCMC Health; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

LCMC Health in Covington, LA, seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our hands-on nursing team across cardiac, medical, surgical and post-ICU care settings. You will deliver compassionate patient care and participate in care planning while supporting families.

The role emphasizes safe procedures, documentation, and collaboration with the care team, with night shift hours and opportunities for growth within a community-focused health system.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Louisiana State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform priority technical skills/procedures required by the area/department/assignment safely, effectively, efficiently and legally.
• Contribute to the development of a plan of care for assigned patients.
• Establish and/or revise priority for patient care activities based on acuity, resources, patient preference and department needs.
• Manage and identify medical needs, respond to data indicating potential risk to health, initiate corrective actions.
• Make decisions based on scientific principles, experience, intuition, and standards of practice; delegate safely to care team.
• Collaborate with care team to improve patient care and seek supervision when needed.
• Maintain documentation consistent with established guidelines.
• Maintain a safe environment for everyone.
• Monitor and engage with patients, families and care team on significant events or questions.
• Ensure continuity of care, throughput, and an exceptional patient experience.
• Initiate and/or maintain interventions to assure safe and effective care including medication management.
• Educate patients and family using appropriate resources and continuum of care services.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Louisiana State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners

Current American Heart Association BLS certification

Job description

LCMC Health in Covington, LA, seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our hands-on nursing team across cardiac, medical, surgical and post-ICU care settings. You will deliver compassionate patient care and participate in care planning while supporting families.

The role emphasizes safe procedures, documentation, and collaboration with the care team, with night shift hours and opportunities for growth within a community-focused health system.