Ochsner Health
RN or LPN - Supervisor - Ochsner Baptist - Clinics
Ochsner Health, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70123
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Responsibilities
Oversees LPNs and other unlicensed assistive personnel in the performance of nursing care of assigned patients; maintains a positive work relationship with the healthcare team and provides patient care to individuals of all assigned age groups; performs human resource activities and operates within budget targets. Coordinates clinical operations and supervises, trains and develops department staff to ensure quality assurance. Performs performance evaluations for LPNs and other clinical/clerical staff as directed by the department manager. Coordinates provider call schedule and provider staff clinic schedules and assignments. Safely administers medication and prescribed therapies utilizing National Patient Safety Guidelines. Provides safe, effective nursing care to ensure an effective patient visit. Answers patients’ questions, resolves issues and escalates concerns as needed. Completes appropriate medical/legal documentation. Adapts to the specific patient population, including respecting privacy, adapting explanations of services or procedures, requesting permissions and adjusting communication style as needed. Performs other related duties as required. Qualifications
Education
Required – Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing. Work Experience
Required – 3 years of healthcare experience; 1 year of relevant leadership experience. Certifications
Required – Current LPN License in the state of practice. Required – Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association. Preferred – IV Certification. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
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. Ability to work a flexible work schedule (e.g., 24/7, weekend, holiday, on-call availability) and travel throughout and between facilities. Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Notes: Exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue; occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or waste may exist depending on duties. Duties may involve working in patient care areas and with specimens that could contain diseases. Compliance and Equal Opportunity
Ochsner Health maintains a Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety and privacy, and 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. Are you ready to apply?
Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website. Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position is remote or on-site. Residents of certain states are not eligible for remote work. Ochsner Health endeavors to make our site accessible to all users. If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 504-842-4748 (select option 1) or careers@ochsner.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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Oversees LPNs and other unlicensed assistive personnel in the performance of nursing care of assigned patients; maintains a positive work relationship with the healthcare team and provides patient care to individuals of all assigned age groups; performs human resource activities and operates within budget targets. Coordinates clinical operations and supervises, trains and develops department staff to ensure quality assurance. Performs performance evaluations for LPNs and other clinical/clerical staff as directed by the department manager. Coordinates provider call schedule and provider staff clinic schedules and assignments. Safely administers medication and prescribed therapies utilizing National Patient Safety Guidelines. Provides safe, effective nursing care to ensure an effective patient visit. Answers patients’ questions, resolves issues and escalates concerns as needed. Completes appropriate medical/legal documentation. Adapts to the specific patient population, including respecting privacy, adapting explanations of services or procedures, requesting permissions and adjusting communication style as needed. Performs other related duties as required. Qualifications
Education
Required – Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing. Work Experience
Required – 3 years of healthcare experience; 1 year of relevant leadership experience. Certifications
Required – Current LPN License in the state of practice. Required – Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association. Preferred – IV Certification. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
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. Ability to work a flexible work schedule (e.g., 24/7, weekend, holiday, on-call availability) and travel throughout and between facilities. Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Notes: Exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue; occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or waste may exist depending on duties. Duties may involve working in patient care areas and with specimens that could contain diseases. Compliance and Equal Opportunity
Ochsner Health maintains a Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety and privacy, and 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. Are you ready to apply?
Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website. Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position is remote or on-site. Residents of certain states are not eligible for remote work. Ochsner Health endeavors to make our site accessible to all users. If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 504-842-4748 (select option 1) or careers@ochsner.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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