Ochsner Health
Overview
This Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position at Ochsner Health provides direct patient care, including IV therapy, within the framework of the Licensed Practical Nurse Act under the direction of a registered nurse. The role directs and assists ancillary nursing staff, collaborates with the multidisciplinary team, and demonstrates professional practice and highest quality personalized patient care. Responsibilities
Effectively uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient care through data gathering, planning and evaluation. Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the ages of patients served. Communicates effectively and professionally with all patients, guests, family members and co-workers to ensure a quality patient experience. Adapts to rapid change in a positive manner throughout the day as needs of the unit / department change. Manages personal professional development and maintains required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training and credentials. Performs other related duties as required. Qualifications
Education
– High school diploma or equivalent. Experience
– None. Certifications
– 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 (KSAs)
– Excellent organizational and time management skills, self-directed and demonstrates good judgement; good interpersonal and delegation skills; ability to work with and maintain confidential information; ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision. Physical and Environmental Demands
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. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue. Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. EEO Statement
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.
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This Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position at Ochsner Health provides direct patient care, including IV therapy, within the framework of the Licensed Practical Nurse Act under the direction of a registered nurse. The role directs and assists ancillary nursing staff, collaborates with the multidisciplinary team, and demonstrates professional practice and highest quality personalized patient care. Responsibilities
Effectively uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient care through data gathering, planning and evaluation. Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the ages of patients served. Communicates effectively and professionally with all patients, guests, family members and co-workers to ensure a quality patient experience. Adapts to rapid change in a positive manner throughout the day as needs of the unit / department change. Manages personal professional development and maintains required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training and credentials. Performs other related duties as required. Qualifications
Education
– High school diploma or equivalent. Experience
– None. Certifications
– 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 (KSAs)
– Excellent organizational and time management skills, self-directed and demonstrates good judgement; good interpersonal and delegation skills; ability to work with and maintain confidential information; ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision. Physical and Environmental Demands
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. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue. Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. EEO Statement
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.
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