Licensed Practical Nurse Floater
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onSac Fox Street, Indian Hills Estates, Caddo Parish, Louisiana, 71107, United States
About the Team
David Raines Community Health Centers (DRCHC) exists to provide quality, accessible, affordable, and comprehensive health care services to all. With six center locations, seventeen school-based facilities across five cities in Northwest Louisiana, and a corporate headquarters in Shreveport, our team works together daily to achieve our mission. We offer a licensed patient pharmacy, a state-approved Medicaid application center, and transportation services for medical and dental appointments to ensure our community is fully supported.
About the Role
As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Floater, you will provide basic and skilled nursing care to patients under the direction of RNs, NPs, or Physicians. This role is vital for maintaining the flow of care across our diverse locations. You will utilize strong observational skills to report pertinent patient symptoms and changes in condition, ensuring providers are informed of urgent needs immediately.
Your day will involve a blend of clinical and operational duties. You will obtain vital signs, assist with specimen collection, and prepare patients for examinations. You will administer medications according to physician orders and provide essential education to patients regarding diagnostic tests and home health care. Beyond direct patient care, you will maintain accurate medical records, manage clinic supplies, and ensure exam and treatment rooms remain clean, organized, and safe. The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and collaborate as part of a team is essential to this position.
Hiring Process
All applications and resumes are accepted online via www.davidraineschc.org or through external job boards such as Glassdoor and Indeed.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Sac Fox Street, Indian Hills Estates, Caddo Parish, Louisiana, 71107, United States
Louisiana
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleObtain vital signs, weight, and other patient measurements
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN, Vital Signs, Urine Dipstick, Hematocrits, Blood Glucose, Intramuscular, Subcutaneous, Electronic Health Records, Nextgen.
Education: Graduate from an accredited school of practical nursing.
Frequently asked questions about Licensed Practical Nurse Floater at David Raines Community Health Centers
What does a Licensed Practical Nurse Floater at David Raines Community Health Centers do?expand_more
In this Licensed Practical Nurse Floater at David Raines Community Health Centers role, you will obtain vital signs, weight, and other patient measurements; prepare and administer oral, intramuscular, and subcutaneous medications; transcribe physician orders and record pertinent information in medical records; and assist with emergency medical situations and urgent care needs.
What are the requirements for this Licensed Practical Nurse Floater role?expand_more
David Raines Community Health Centers is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Graduate from an accredited school of practical nursing; Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse credentialed from the Louisiana Board of Nursing; Minimum two years of experience as an LPN; Experience with electronic health records required, preferably NextGen or similar EHS; and Current BLS/CPR credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA).
Where is the Licensed Practical Nurse Floater role at David Raines Community Health Centers located?expand_more
Licensed Practical Nurse Floater at David Raines Community Health Centers is based in Sac Fox Street, Indian Hills Estates, Caddo Parish, Louisiana, 71107, United States. This is a on-site role.