Duties: Performing clinical nursing duties and being an effective team player. Obtain patient vital signs, and interview patients to chart medical history in EHR. Monitoring patient following therapy sessions for fall risk and pain management. Administering physician ordered medications and injections (including IM medications, oral, sublingual, and rectal) in a timely and efficient manner. Report to physician the patient condition and reaction to drugs and treatments, and performing patient teaching in the correct collection of necessary samples and tests. Performing physician ordered specimen collections from patients for required tests. Colostomy and Ileostomy collections, cleaning, and skin care, reapplication of necessary devices. Performing wound care, applying necessary wound vacs as needed. Obtaining, transcribing and entering orders into EHR as per physician. Performing daily chart audits to maintain compliance. Daily patient assessments performed and charted to maintain skilled status documentation to correlate with Medicare and Medicaid reimbursements. Documentation of Med Cart medication logs, performing daily glucometer device and logs. Plans and manages patient care according to individual patient needs. Assisting with patient comfort.
Salary: $24/hour
LPN Manager/Blake Williams
Elizabeth Family Health Clinic
Elizabeth, LA
Duties: Assist physician in performing nurse procedures for the comfort and well-being of patients. Performing clinical nursing duties, establishing and maintaining a working relationship with clinic staff. Educate and train new nurses. Managing medical assistants to ensure high quality patient centered care. Answering patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor. Monitor infection control to verify facility wide health and safety. Obtain patient vital signs, and interview patients to chart medical history in EHR (EClinical). Prepares exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments for patient care and procedures. Administering physician ordered medications and injections (including IM medications, oral, and sublingual and nebulizer). Performing PT/INR, blood glucose testing, EKGs, Urinalysis, Rapid strep, Influenza Testing, testing for Occult blood specimen collection, Routine and specialized blood testing via venipunctures as ordered by physician. Report to physician the patient condition and reaction to drugs and treatments, and performing patient teaching in the correct collection of necessary samples and tests. Performing physician ordered specimen collections from patients for required tests. Obtaining physician consult notes, and arranging referrals to specialists. Reviewing and obtaining pre authorizations when needed for services or procedures for appropriate care and following guidelines and policies for Medicaid, Medicare and Private Insurance. Prepare and maintain supplies and equipment necessary for clinic operations. Planning, analyzing and coordinating administrative activities to effectively organize clinic activities.
Salary: $19/hour
Licensed Practical Nurse
Allen Parish Sheriff Office
Oberlin, LA
06.2024 - Current
Administered medications and monitored patient responses under direct supervision.
Assisted in developing individualized care plans tailored to patient needs.
Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure consistent quality of care.
Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options.
Documented patient progress and maintained accurate medical records.
Conducted routine assessments, identifying changes in patient conditions promptly.
Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment for patients.
Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
provides primary, emergency, and chronic healthcare to inmates within a jail
Licensed Practical Nurse
Oceans Behavioral Health
DeRidder, LA
06.2023 - 06.2024
Working in mental health outpatient clinic,
Medication Management: Administer oral and injectable medications, manage pharmacy coordination, and monitor for side effects or adverse reactions.
Patient Assessment & Monitoring: Take vitals (weight, blood pressure), assess mental status, and report deviations or symptom changes to providers.
Clinical Support: Perform phlebotomy, collect specimens and assist during psychiatric assessments.
Patient Education: Educate patients and families on medication adherence, coping strategies, and self-care techniques.
Documentation: Maintain accurate, timely electronic medical records (EMR) in compliance with regulations.
Care Coordination: Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team (psychiatrists, therapists, case managers) to ensure continuity of care.