LPN Clinic Lead - Podiatry Clinic

Your job is more than a job. If you've got a great heart and passion for nursing, you belong here. Building a sense of connection is vital to your growth and progression as a nurse and it's embedded in every little thing we do at LCMC Health. As an LPN Clinic Lead Nurse, you'll find what makes you extraordinary and become part of a healthcare community that appreciates and nurtures "you being you". As our LPN Clinic Lead, you will play a vital role in supervising and mentoring LPNs and support staff, overseeing patient care and ensuring that the highest standards are met, collaborating with our medical team to provide efficient and effective care, maintaining a warm and welcoming atmosphere, and assisting with administrative duties to ensure the smooth operation of the clinic. If you're ready to deepen your calling in a culture that fosters your well-being and growth opportunity, then you're going to love it here. Your experiences, knowledge, skills, empathy, compassion, and your "little something extra" all add up to you. We love that about you. And we're excited to get to know you and find out what you'll bring to this lead clinic nurse role.

Job Summary

Your Everyday Triage

• Patient's immediate medical attention needs are assessed for appropriate screenings prior to the patient being seen by the physician.
• Information is communicated to the physician and a plan of care is discussed before, during, and after the visit.
• Patient records are updated with allergies, vital signs, reason for visit, current medications, social and past medical history, abuse, fall risk, functional assessment, and advance directives.
• Physician's orders are verified, medications and treatments are prepared, documented, and administered, and charges are submitted as required.
• Exam rooms are cleaned, sanitized, and reorganized after each visit.
• Test/lab reports are present in the medical record prior to the visit, and communication between patients and physicians regarding lab/test results, medications, appointments, etc. is ensured.
• Correspondence and scans are sorted and distributed into patient's medical record after physician review and sign off.
• Patient messages and chart messages are responded to promptly, and all communication is recorded in the patient record.
• Supplies are ordered and organized, medications are stored properly, and multi-dose medications are labeled with the date opened, expiration date, and the nurse's initials.
• Clinic logs are completed daily, and emergency kits and oxygen are checked monthly.
• Surgical instruments are stored appropriately, and packaging is intact.
• Regulatory issues are reported promptly to the Office Manager, and tickets are submitted electronically as needed.

Requirements

The Must-Haves Minimum:

• Current licensed practical nurse through the Louisiana State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
• 3 years of related experience.

Work Shift

WORK SHIFT: Days (United States of America)

About LCMC Health

LCMC Health is a community. Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion, and a little "come on in" attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health's culture of everyday extraordinary.

About University Medical Center

University Medical Center, a world-class academic medical center in LCMC Health's incredible community of care, is the largest medical training center for healthcare professionals in Louisiana and has long served as the region's safety net hospital for poor and underserved communities for 300+. Learn more about University Medical Center's legacy and our vision of becoming the epicenter of medical care, education, and research.

Your Extras

Deliver healthcare with heart. Give people a reason to smile. Put a little love in your work. Be honest and real, but with compassion. Bring some lagniappe into everything you do. Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care. See opportunities, not problems - it's all about perspective. Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other. Love what makes you, you - because we do.

You Are Welcome Here

LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Application Information

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