LPN -Clinic

Job Summary

Provides direct care (including IV therapy) of assigned patients within the framework of the Licensed Practical Nurse Act under the direction of a registered nurse. Directs and assists ancillary nursing staff with assigned duties and interacts with the multidisciplinary team and other personnel. Demonstrates professional responsibilities and provides the highest quality personalized patient care.

• Effectively use the nursing process in the delivery of patient care through data gathering, planning and evaluation.
• Provide care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria appropriate to the ages of patients served.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with all patients, guests, family members and co-workers to ensure a quality patient experience.
• Adapt to rapid change in a positive manner throughout the day as needs of the unit / department change.
• Manage personal professional development and maintain required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training and credentials.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Education

Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.

Work Experience

Required
- None.

Certifications

Required
- Current licensed practical nursing (LPN) license in state of practice. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association. Preferred - IV therapy credentials.

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills and self‑directed and demonstrate good judgment.
• Good interpersonal and delegation skills.
• Ability to work with and maintain confidential information.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with minimal supervision.

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. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue. There may be occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous medications or waste.

Ochsner Health 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.