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💚 Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Clinic
Full-Time | University Medical Center - Integrated Health/Addiction Medicine | New Orleans, LA
This role will consist of working with the Integrated Health Clinic providing treatment for Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) utilizing Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), which combines FDA-approved medications with counseling and behavioral therapies.
💚 Make Every Patient Encounter Count
Some people see a clinic visit as another appointment.
You see it as an opportunity to comfort, educate, advocate, and care.
As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) , you'll be a vital member of a collaborative healthcare team, helping patients navigate their care journey while ensuring safe, high-quality clinical outcomes. From administering medications and assisting with procedures to supporting patients through every stage of care, you'll be at the heart of creating exceptional patient experiences.
If you're a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values teamwork, and is passionate about women's health, we'd love to meet you.
💚 Why You'll Love This Role
✅ Make a meaningful impact on patients' lives
✅ Work alongside experienced physicians and healthcare professionals
✅ Combine hands-on patient care with care coordination and education
✅ Join a supportive, patient-centered team committed to excellence
✅ Grow your career within a leading healthcare organization
🩺 What You'll Do
Clinical Care & Patient Support
As an LPN, you'll provide care under the direction of licensed providers while helping create a seamless patient experience.
Responsibilities include:
Participating in patient care under the supervision and collaboration of the healthcare team.
Measuring and documenting vital signs while identifying and reporting abnormal findings.
Assisting with clinic flow, including patient check-in, procedures, scheduling, and discharge.
Preparing patients for examinations, treatments, and procedures.
Administering medications and vaccinations according to provider orders and departmental policies.
Performing non-complex clinical procedures, including simple dressing changes, within scope and competency.
Recognizing emergencies and responding appropriately according to organizational protocols.
Observing and reporting signs or symptoms of abuse and neglect in accordance with policy.
Providing comfort-focused care with consideration for patient age and individual needs.
Collecting, preparing, securing, and transporting specimens for testing.
Performing point-of-care testing according to laboratory guidelines.
Maintaining medication inventory, monitoring expiration dates, and ensuring proper storage and handling.
Monitoring refrigerator and freezer logs to maintain vaccine and medication integrity.
Preparing, testing, cleaning, and disinfecting clinic equipment according to established standards.
📋 Documentation & Care Coordination
Accuracy matters. You'll help ensure complete and accurate patient records every day.
Responsibilities include:
Documenting clinical tasks, treatments, testing, and procedures in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
Completing required quality control documentation for waived testing procedures.
Reviewing laboratory and radiology results through the EMR.
Updating patient demographic information and coordinating follow-up appointments.
Maintaining HIPAA compliance and safeguarding patient health information.
Preparing safety and incident reports when necessary.
🤝 Professionalism & Team Support
We're looking for someone who brings both clinical excellence and compassion to every interaction.
You'll:
Maintain open communication with providers, clinic leadership, and colleagues.
Keep clinic managers informed of patient care needs, operational concerns, and workflow issues.
Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and teamwork.
Build positive relationships with patients, families, and coworkers.
Maintain strict patient confidentiality…