LPN at EXCELth INCORPORATED – New Orleans, Louisiana

General Description:

The experienced Licensed Practical Nurse participates as a member of the health team in administering nursing care at a community-based health center. Under the direction of the Nursing Supervisor, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), assists in assessing patient needs, providing treatment, and initiating referral and follow-up services indicated for total patient care.

Duties:

* The person filling the Licensed Practical Nurse position will have the following duties:

* Must be willing and able to assume the responsibilities assigned to her as a member of the health team to provide safe, efficient and effective nursing.

* Must be able to adapt to changing situations

* Willingness and ability to learn or develop technical skills necessary in providing health.

* Participate in the teaching and counseling of

* Show interest in community services.

* Must be able to relate positively to other personnel, to patients and to them

Responsibilities:
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), under the direction of the Nursing Supervisor or her designee within the guidelines of the program, assists in assessing patient needs and providing the following:

* Perform "triage" in the clinic for "walk-in" patients to assist the Nursing Supervisor in determining and meeting patients' immediate health.

* Participate in administering first aid measures and lifesaving procedures according to guidelines to control or reduce danger to the patient.

* Participate in the collection of necessary information concerning the patient to aid the physician in providing medical care.

* Participate in assisting the physician and the Nursing Supervisor with necessary procedures and examinations; give medications and carry out assigned duties in providing total patient care.

* Participate in interpretation of physician's instructions and orders to the patient and/or the family to meet immediate health needs.

* Participate in health education and orientation to improve the general wellbeing of the family.

* Participate in arrangements for follow-up care related to immediate needs.

* Participate in initiating referrals to other departments in the clinic when indicated to meet additional needs.

* Participate in preparation and maintenance of clerical equipment, supplies and environment for general operation as outlined by the program.

* Participate in preparing and giving immunization as required by guidelines.
perform other duties as required by supervisor/clinic administrator.

Qualifications:

* Valid LPN license

* Proficient in-patient care and assessment

* Experience with triage
*3 years primary care/outpatient experience

* Knowledge of EMR and EHR systems

* Basic life support certification

* Familiarity with HIPAA regulations

* Experience in critical care, long-term care, or assisted living settings

* Strong understanding of physiology and tube feeding techniques

* Ability to work effectively with diverse patient populations

*Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

* Dental insurance

* Employee assistance program

* Health insurance

* Life insurance

* Paid time off

* Retirement plan

* Tuition reimbursement

* Vision insurance

Education:

* Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

* General Hospital: 1 year (Required)
*Primary Care or Outpatient: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

* BLS Certification (Required)

* LPN License in the state of practice (Required)

Work Location: In person