Licensed Practical Nurse

LAFON NURSING HOME UNITED STATES
  • New Orleans, LA
    26 days ago

    Job Description

    We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated healthcare professional to join our team in a role focused on delivering high-quality patient care, supporting clinical operations, and contributing to a positive care environment. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside a collaborative care team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and their families.

    Responsibilities

    • Provide direct patient care in accordance with established care plans, policies, and procedures.
    • Monitor and document patient conditions, vital signs, symptoms, and responses to treatment.
    • Administer medications and treatments as assigned and permitted by licensure and facility guidelines.
    • Assist with patient assessments and communicate changes in condition to the appropriate clinical team members.
    • Support physicians, registered nurses, and other care team members in delivering coordinated care.
    • Maintain accurate and timely medical records and charting.
    • Educate patients and family members on care instructions, medications, and wellness practices as directed.
    • Follow infection control, safety, and regulatory standards to promote a safe care environment.
    • Respond appropriately to patient needs, concerns, and emergencies within the scope of practice.
    • Contribute to a respectful, patient-centered, and professional workplace culture.

    Qualifications

    • Current practical nursing licensure in the applicable state or jurisdiction.
    • Experience providing patient care in a clinical, long-term care, home health, hospital, or similar setting preferred.
    • Strong understanding of nursing principles, patient monitoring, and basic clinical procedures.
    • Ability to document care accurately and use electronic health record systems effectively.
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
    • Ability to prioritize tasks, remain organized, and respond calmly in changing situations.
    • Commitment to delivering respectful, compassionate, and patient-focused care.
    • Current CPR certification or willingness to obtain may be required.

    Preferred Attributes

    • Team-oriented approach with a willingness to collaborate across disciplines.
    • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
    • Adaptability in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
    • Professional judgment and a proactive approach to patient needs.

    What We Offer

    • Opportunity to work in a supportive and mission-driven environment.
    • Meaningful work that helps improve patient outcomes.
    • Training and development opportunities, depending on the organization.
    • A collaborative team culture focused on quality care and respect.

    If you are committed to providing excellent care and contributing to a dependable healthcare team, we encourage you to apply.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationNew Orleans, LA

    Skills

    • Clinical Assessmentunmatched
    • Clinical Monitoringunmatched
    • Clinical Supportunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
    • Health Planunmatched
    • Healthcareunmatched
    • Home Careunmatched
    • Hospitalunmatched
    • Infection Controlunmatched
    • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
    • Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurseunmatched
    • Long-Term Careunmatched
    • Medical Record Systemunmatched
    • Medical Recordsunmatched
    • Medical Treatmentunmatched
    • Medication Administrationunmatched
    • Medicationsunmatched
    • Nursingunmatched
    • Operational Supportunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Patient Assessmentunmatched
    • Patient Careunmatched
    • Patient Educationunmatched
    • Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
    • Regulationsunmatched
    • Safety Standardsunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Training/Teachingunmatched

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