RN - Advanced Heart Failure Clinic (Day Shift)

LCMC Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LCMC Health in New Orleans, LA is seeking a registered nurse to support patient care under supervision. The role involves measuring vitals, identifying abnormal values, assisting with clinic flow, and preparing patients for examinations and procedures.

The nurse will document in the electronic medical record, monitor infection control, and maintain medication storage and vaccine handling in accordance with hospital policy. A Louisiana RN license and BLS are required.

Qualifications

• Active license or temporary permit to practice professional nursing in Louisiana.
• American Heart Association BLS for Health Care Providers required.

Responsibilities

• Participates in patient care under supervision of the manager/director and in collaboration with the healthcare team.
• Measures and records vital signs according to policy and patient age.
• Identifies abnormal values and reports findings to the medical provider.
• Assists with clinic flow, including patient arrival, procedures, and scheduling follow-ups.
• Prepares patients for examination, treatment, and procedures.
• Maintains patient privacy and secure computer screens when not in use.
• Navigates the Electronic Medical Record to access labs, radiology results, and update demographics.
• Maintains a clean clinic environment and follows safety and infection control protocols.
• Documents clinical tasks and testing in the patient record per guidelines.
• Performs basic testing and waives testing quality control where applicable.
• Ensures safe medication handling and proper storage of vaccines and multi-dose vials.
• Reports safety hazards and participates in quality improvement activities.

Education

Valid Louisiana RN license or temporary permit to practice professional nursing

American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers

Job description

LCMC Health in New Orleans, LA is seeking a registered nurse to support patient care under supervision. The role involves measuring vitals, identifying abnormal values, assisting with clinic flow, and preparing patients for examinations and procedures.

The nurse will document in the electronic medical record, monitor infection control, and maintain medication storage and vaccine handling in accordance with hospital policy. A Louisiana RN license and BLS are required.