LPN Scheduler - OMCBR Hospital- Endoscopy Dept

This job, under general supervision, schedules patients for ordered procedures according to guidelines set forth by the department and within the framework of the nurse practice acts. Uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient care such as assessments, planning, and evaluations. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Graduate of approved training school.

• None.

• Current licensed practical nurse (LPN) license in state of practice.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Knowledge of age specific community resources as well as assess/interpret age specific data.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule (e.g., 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability) and travel throughout and between facilities.

• Involves the patient and/or family into the scheduling practice to provide individualized care and positive patient outcomes.
• Collaborates with physicians and their associated office personnel integrating appropriate reference materials.
• Delegates and assigns appropriate nursing interventions to unlicensed team members within their scope of practice.
• Exhibits competence in the safe/effective administration of medications and prescribed therapies utilizing appropriate reference materials.
• Exhibits appropriate judgment in scheduling practices, response to treatment, and communication with team members.
• Participates in the development and implementation of individualized orders and testing modalities related to the ordered procedures.
• Trains personnel, effectively utilizes manpower resources, and accommodates fluctuating variables on the unit.
• Maintains annual regulatory/clinical requirements and documentation per policy.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Performs other related duties as required.

• Heavy work:
  Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Required to move objects, stand, walk, and/or lift as described; work conditions exceed those of standard sedentary work.
• Employment in a patient care area involves exposure to blood, body fluid, tissue, and communicable diseases.
• Potential exposure to hazardous medications or waste, risk level may increase based on job duties.

The employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.