Lead LPN -Family Practice Clinic- Hammond

This job provides individualized, direct nursing care of assigned patients under the direction of a registered nurse, mid-level provider or physician. Assists in data collection and implementation of the delivery of health care services, and assists other members of the healthcare team in providing the highest quality personalized patient care. Maintains a positive work relationship with the health care team, and exhibits the skills to provide care and service with individuals of all assigned age groups. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. Education Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing. Work Experience Required: 2 years of LPN experience. OR: 1 year of LPN experience with 1 year supervisory experience. Preferred: Experience in ambulatory care. Certifications Current licensed practical nursing (LPN) license in state of practice. Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association. 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. Good interpersonal skills. Ability to work with and maintain confidential information. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision. Ability to work a flexible work schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability) and travel throughout and between facilities. Job Duties Provides safe, effective nursing care to ensure an effective patient visit. Answers patient questions; relays critical information and escalates issues. Completes appropriate medical/legal documentation. Administers medication to patients in a safe manner. Maintains professional and technical knowledge and licensure through continuing education and professional development. Coordinates day-to-day clinical tasks to ensure efficient operation of the department. Performs other related duties as required. Physical and Environmental Demands Medium Work – Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Duty may involve walking, standing, or sitting with occasional lifting or pushing and pulling of objects. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue. The incumbent works in a patient care area and may be exposed to communicable diseases. Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and disposal of contaminated waste. Equal Employment 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. Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr