Licensed Practical Nurse

4 weeks ago


New Orleans, Louisiana, United States Wexford Health Sources Inc Full time
Job Summary:

A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is sought to join our team at Wexford Health Sources Inc. in Orleans Justice Center. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Under the supervision of Registered Nurses, the LPN will direct and guide patient teaching activities commensurate with education and demonstrated competencies.

Key Responsibilities:

* Assist in planning and individual treatment programs by utilizing available resources in planning care and consulting with registered nurses, physicians, and correctional officers.
* Implement individual treatment programs in the Health Care Unit and, as necessary, in the housing unit.
* Implement clinical and technical aspects of care in accordance with established policies and procedures.
* Implement medical plans through administering medications and interventions in accordance with physician instructions.
* Document nursing encounters, patient response, effectiveness, complications, etc., and communicate information to supervisory personnel and physicians, in accordance with physician orders.
* Use available in-house resource personnel and departments for treatment/consultation.
* Respect the dignity and confidentiality of patients.
* Take vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure).
* Apply and change dressings.
* Provide for emotional and physical comfort and safety of patients.
* Assist with activities of daily living with special attention to therapeutic significance.
* Assist in maintaining working and living areas and supplies in good order.
* Serve as a member of a nursing care and treatment team.
* Assist with orientation of new employees.
* Assist physician as assigned.
* Supervise inmates in the maintenance, cleanliness, and sanitation of the environment.

Requirements:

The following requirements list the minimum to qualify. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted.

* Current, unrestricted LA Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) License
* Current CPR Certification
* Graduate from an accredited school of nursing
* Minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience; correctional experience preferred

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