Your job is more than a job.
If you’ve got a great heart and passion for nursing, you belong here. Building a sense of connection is vital to your growth and progression as a nurse and it’s embedded in every little thing we do at LCMC Health. As an LPN Clinic Lead Nurse, you’ll find what makes you extraordinary and become part of healthcare community that appreciates and nurtures “you being you”.
As our LPN Clinic Lead, you will play a vital role supervising and mentoring LPNs and support staff, overseeing patient care and ensuring that the highest standards are met, collaborating with our medical team to provide efficient and effective care, maintaining a warm and welcoming atmosphere, and assisting with administrative duties to ensure the smooth operation of the clinic.
If you’re ready to deepen your calling in a culture that fosters your well-being and growth opportunity, then you’re going to love it here.
Your experiences, knowledge, skills, empathy, compassion, and your “little something extra” all add up to you. We love that about you. And we’re excited to get to know you and find out what you’ll bring to this lead clinic nurse role.
Patient Care & Assessment
Triage patients to determine immediate medical needs and prioritize care appropriately.
Perform pre-visit assessments and screenings prior to physician evaluation.
Collaborate with physicians by communicating patient information and contributing to care planning before, during, and after visits.
Accurately document patient information in the medical record, including:
Allergies
Vital signs
Reason for visit
Current medications
Social and past medical history
Abuse screening
Fall risk assessment
Functional status
Advance directives
Verify physician orders and safely prepare, administer, and document medications and treatments, including charge entry as required.
Patient Communication & Coordination
Ensure all lab and diagnostic reports are available in the patient’s medical record prior to visits.
Communicate effectively with patients and physicians regarding:
Test and lab results
Medications
Appointments
Coordinate with pharmacies to manage patient medications and complete prior authorizations in a timely manner.
Respond promptly to patient messages and document all communications in the medical record.
Clinical Procedures & Support
Clean, sanitize, and prepare exam rooms between patient visits.
Assemble and organize supplies needed for procedures.
Provide patient education, privacy, and instructions before and after procedures.
Assist physicians during procedures by:
Obtaining specimens
Completing required documentation
Delivering specimens to designated locations
Inventory & Equipment Management
Maintain adequate stock of medications and clinical supplies.
Ensure medications are properly stored and organized, including:
Labeling multi-dose vials with open date, expiration date, and initials
Verify proper storage and integrity of surgical instruments and packaging.
Complete daily clinic logs and maintain organized records for compliance.
Perform monthly checks of emergency equipment (e.g., emergency kits and oxygen), ensuring seals/locks are replaced after use or as required.
Administrative & Compliance Responsibilities
Sort, review, and upload correspondence into patient medical records after physician sign-off.
Report regulatory or compliance issues promptly to the Office Manager and submit documentation/tickets as required.
Maintain adherence to clinic policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
Training & Team Support
Assist with onboarding and orientation of newly hired nursing staff.
Train new employees on clinic workflows, processes, and best practices.
Minimum Qualifications
Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license through the Louisiana State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners
Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Minimum of 3 years of related experience
WORK SHIFT:
Days (United States of America)
LCMC Health is a community.
Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little “come on in” attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health’s culture of everyday extraordinary
About University Medical Center
University Medical Center, a world class academic medical center in LCMC Health’s incredible community of care, is the largest medical training center for healthcare professionals in Louisiana and has long served as the region’s safety net hospital for poor and underserved communities for 300+. Learn more about University Medical Center’s legacy and our vision of becoming the epicenter of medical care, education, and research.
Your extras
You are welcome here.
LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.
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We believe a hospital should actually be hospitable.
We’re a New Orleans-based, non-profit health system on a mission: to provide the best possible care for every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond, and to put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. And that means we do things a little differently around here.
Treating people like family is the LCMC Health way, and it always has been. Founded by Louisiana’s first freestanding children’s hospital, we’ve grown into a healthcare system that’s built to serve the unique needs of our communities and families across New Orleans, the Gulf Coast and beyond.
We believe in treating the whole patient, not just the condition. When you visit an LCMC Health facility, you will get the care that is best for you and your family because we believe that shared beliefs and positive outlooks are what drive our exceptional care.
We offer nine hospital locations: Children’s Hospital New Orleans, East Jefferson General Hospital, New Orleans East Hospital, Touro, University Medical Center New Orleans, West Jefferson Medical Center, Lakeview Hospital, and Lakeside Hospital. We also deliver world-class care close to home through a network of urgent care centers across the greater New Orleans area in addition to our physician practices. With over 2,200 board-certified physicians specializing in everything from head to toe, our community can count on us to provide the right care, right where they need it.
We’ve got a rich history, but our sights are set on what comes next. We’re committed to leading the way to a healthier future for the Gulf Coast. That’s why we partner with local universities to bring the latest in care to our patients, and to train the next generation of healthcare professionals that will make a difference right here in our communities.
