LPN​/LVN - MedSurg

Future Opportunity!

Department:
Medical Surgical

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) utilizes broad-based clinical knowledge to provide patient-centered care, implement health promotion and prevention interventions, manage acute and chronic conditions, assist patients/residents in achieving optimal levels of functioning and rehabilitation, and offer supportive measures for end-of-life care. Nursing care is performed in accordance with the Louisiana Practical Nurses Practice Act and within the individual nurse’s scope of license.

The LPN works under the guidance of a Registered Nurse (RN) to deliver comprehensive health services.

• Current LPN license in good standing.
• 1 year of recent experience
• Knowledge of Louisiana Practical Nurses Practice Act.
• Strong clinical skills in medication administration, wound care, and patient education.
• Ability to work collaboratively under RN supervision.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.

• Maintain patient/resident confidentiality and ensure a safe care environment.
• Comply with requirements for medication administration, patient/family education, discharge processes, restraint usage, and hazardous waste disposal as defined by The Joint Commission and VA regulatory bodies.

• Evaluate healthcare needs and communicate findings to the RN to assist in developing care plans.
• Notify RN of significant changes in patient/resident health condition.
• Obtain and deliver urine specimens to the lab.
• Carry out the plan of care by performing assigned tasks.
• Collect and document pertinent data in the electronic medical record.
• Complete nursing documentation within required time frames.
• Identify and act on predictable patient/resident needs.
• Meet emotional and spiritual needs of patients/residents and families.
• Prioritize and complete tasks within assigned shift.
• Report incidents of verbal or physical abuse immediately to the Nurse Manager or designated leadership.

• Administer PO, IM, and subcutaneous medications and provide patient education.
• Administer tube feedings and set up trays.
• Assist with care including catheters, condoms, and colostomies.
• Assist with mobility including transfers, transfer devices, and ambulation.
• Educate patients/residents and families on medication administration.
• Measure vital signs (including pain as the 5th vital sign), pulse oximetry, and other assessments.
• Measure intake and output for urine and drains.
• Participate in patient admission and discharge processes.
• Perform wound care including dressing changes and obtaining wound cultures.
• Provide comfort measures such as repositioning, bathing, ADLs, range of motion, and hygiene.
• Assist with routine urinary and bowel elimination including catheters, colostomies, and digital stimulation.
• Respond and assist in emergency situations as instructed.
• Perform capillary blood glucose monitoring.
• Insert intravenous lines.

As part of the Medical-Surgical team, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will provide comprehensive care to patients with a wide range of acute and chronic conditions in a fast-paced environment. This includes:

• Patient Monitoring & Assessment
  • Evaluate patient health status and report significant changes to the RN promptly.
  • Measure and record vital signs, including pain assessment, pulse oximetry, and other clinical indicators.
  • Monitor intake and output for urine, drains, and other fluid balances.
• Medication & Treatment Administration
  • Administer oral (PO), intramuscular (IM), and subcutaneous medications, ensuring patient education and adherence.
  • Perform wound care, dressing changes, and obtain wound cultures as needed.
  • Assist with intravenous…