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Ochsner Health

LPN Care Coordinator - Pulmonary Clinic

Ochsner Health, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70123

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We’ve made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This job assists in data collection and implementation of the delivery of health care services. Assists other members of the health care team in providing the highest quality personalized patient care. Maintains a positive work relationship with the health care team, demonstrates the ability to provide care and service with individuals of all assigned age groups, engages the patient to maintain optimal health and reduce or minimize acute exacerbations associated with chronic conditions that affect quality outcomes and costs. Applies the Nursing Process to provide quality patient care.

Job Duties

Oversees the disease registry database.

Conducts pre-visit chart review of patients.

Coordinates care across the continuum.

Participates in quality improvement activities.

Performs other related duties as required.

Education Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing.

Work Experience Required – 2 years of ambulatory care experience. Preferred – 3 years of ambulatory care and home health care experience.

Certifications Current licensed practical nurse (LPN) license in state of practice.

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.

High motivation, eagerness to learn new skills, and willingness to obtain certification.

Organizational, decision-making and delegating skills.

High level of positive interpersonal and public relation skills.

Leadership skills and ability to set priorities.

Physical and Environmental Demands Medium Work – Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently.

Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue. Working in a patient care area may involve exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous medications or waste.

Equal Opportunity 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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