Night Shift LPN: Post-Op Inpatient Care

Ochsner Health; Louisiana; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct patient care, including IV therapy, under the direction of a registered nurse and in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.

You will demonstrate professional responsibilities, maintain required credentials (LPN license, BLS), manage time effectively, uphold patient privacy, and participate in ongoing professional development in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Current LPN license in state of practice is required.
• BLS certification must be current and maintained.
• IV therapy credentials are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Uses the nursing process to deliver patient care through data gathering, planning and evaluation.
• Provides patient care based on physical, psycho/social, educational and safety needs.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families and colleagues to ensure quality care.
• Adapts to unit needs and changes in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintains professional development and required clinical knowledge and credentials.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Time management

Self direction

Judgement

Confidentiality

Interpersonal skills

Delegation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct patient care, including IV therapy, under the direction of a registered nurse and in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.

You will demonstrate professional responsibilities, maintain required credentials (LPN license, BLS), manage time effectively, uphold patient privacy, and participate in ongoing professional development in a fast-paced healthcare environment.