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LCMC Health

Nonprofit health system delivering hospital care

LPN or RN – Oncology Clinic

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeUnited StatesNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Current, valid Louisiana Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) license, or an appropriate temporary permit to practice.
  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification.
  • Ability to provide safe, effective nursing care within the applicable scope of practice.

Responsibilities

  • Obtain and record vital signs, identify abnormal findings, and communicate concerns to the appropriate provider or nursing team member.
  • Prepare patients for examinations, treatments, and procedures.
  • Assist with and perform clinical procedures within the authorized scope of practice.
  • Administer prescribed medications and vaccinations via approved routes, as permitted by licensure and organizational policy.
  • Perform routine nursing procedures, including simple dressing changes and other appropriate clinical interventions.
  • Collect, prepare, and secure specimens for point-of-care testing or laboratory transport.
  • Perform point-of-care testing when applicable.
  • Monitor patient conditions, recognize changes, and promptly communicate concerns or respond to urgent and emergency situations.
  • Provide compassionate, age-appropriate care while addressing patients' comfort and individual needs.
  • Participate in patient assessments, care planning, and nursing interventions as appropriate to licensure and scope of practice.
  • Support a smooth and efficient patient experience from arrival through departure.
  • Assist with scheduling new and follow-up appointments.
  • Collaborate with providers, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to promote continuity of care.
  • Gather clinical documentation and medical records for provider review.
  • Obtain outside medical records and ensure appropriate information is incorporated into the electronic medical record.
  • Reinforce patient education and instructions as appropriate to scope of practice.
  • Support daily clinic operations and help maintain efficient patient flow.
  • Assist with maintaining medication and vaccine inventory.
  • Monitor medication storage conditions and refrigerator/freezer temperature logs.
  • Ensure proper handling and disposal of expired medications.
  • Follow infection prevention, environmental, and patient safety standards.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized clinical environment.
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives, including Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) projects and Environment of Care (EOC) rounds.
  • Adhere to established clinical protocols and organizational policies.
  • Accurately document nursing care, clinical tasks, medication administration, testing, and procedures in the patient's electronic medical record.
  • Navigate the electronic medical record to access laboratory results, radiology results, and medical records.
  • Maintain strict patient privacy and confidentiality.
  • Communicate patient-care concerns, clinical updates, and operational needs to appropriate providers and leadership.
  • Assist with telephone communication, patient inquiries, and routing calls to the appropriate team member.
  • Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure timely and accurate communication.

About the Company

LCMC Health

Nonprofit health system delivering hospital care

LCMC Health is a non-profit health system in Louisiana that operates nine hospitals, urgent care centers, and physician practices to serve communities across New Orleans and the Gulf Coast. Its care model coordinates services across facilities to treat the whole patient, supported by a family-like, hospitable culture. The system stands out through its local, community-focused network and non-profit mission, along with collaborations with universities to bring current care and train new providers. Its goal is to deliver the best possible care for every person in its communities and guide the Gulf Coast toward a healthier future.

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Headquarters
New Orleans, LA
Founded
2009

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