LPN- Clinic- Hepatology Coordinator- The Grove

LPN - Hepatology Coordinator position Location: The Grove, Baton Rouge This job 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 is responsible for own practice and assists other members of the healthcare team in providing the highest quality personalized patient care. Job Duties Fiber scans – liver ultrasound. Coordination of care for hepatology and abdominal transplant patients. Prefer with GI experience. 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. Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards. Complies with the Ochsner Health System Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance‑related concerns. Other related duties as required. Education High School diploma or equivalent. Work Experience Experience working with and maintaining confidential information and working in a fast‑paced environment with minimal supervision. Certifications Current State of Louisiana licensure from an accredited School of Practical Nursing. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Preferred: IV Therapy Credentials. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) Excellent organizational skills. Good time management skills and self‑directed. Demonstrates good judgement. Good interpersonal skills. Delegation skills. Physical & 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. 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. The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible. Equal Employment Opportunity Ochsner 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ochsner Health