LPN or RN- Clinic

Who We Are:

Cardiovascular Institute of the South, a leading organization dedicated to advancing heart health through innovation and excellence, is part of a national cardiology platform, Cardiovascular Logistics (CVL). Together, we share the same mission to provide our patients with the highest quality cardiovascular care available. Join our team and be a part of an organization that is dedicated to improving patient outcomes and shaping the future of heart health.

What We Offer:

• Choice of three health insurance plans
• Dental insurance coverage
• Vision insurance coverage
• 401(k) with company match and profit-sharing plan
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Company-paid life insurance for you and your family
• Access to company-provided training and educational resources
• Eligibility for annual merit-based performance increases
• Accrued General Purpose Time (GPT)
• Eight company-paid holidays
• Special company events, including Christmas parties, Family Day, employee engagement activities, and Spirit Days
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees and their dependents

About the Role:
Join our dynamic healthcare team at CIS, where we are committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care to our patients. We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) to support our cardiovascular practice. This position offers growth potential into a Team Leader role, making it an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about both patient care and leadership. Whether you're an experienced RN or a motivated LPN looking to advance your career, this role allows you to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment.

How You’ll Drive Our Mission Forward:

• Triage patients and assess emergency cases, documenting medications, allergies, vital signs, complaints, and history in both paper and electronic medical records.

• Maintain accurate and complete clinical documentation, including patient wait times, chart notes, phone interactions, allergies, and medications.

• Remain readily available to assist physicians/providers in exam rooms, review and complete orders, and follow through on procedures such as injections, test scheduling, and medication sample distribution.

• Support patient care coordination through EMR messaging and collaboration with other departments.

• Perform blood work (venipuncture and finger sticks), Coumadin clinic support, and pacemaker/defibrillator interrogation as needed.

• Provide patient education, including explanations of diagnostic procedures (EKGs, Holters, stress tests, nuclear medicine, etc.), and assist with family communication as needed.

• Respond to patient and pharmacy calls, coordinate with home health agencies and other providers, and manage prescription refills.

• Complete medical forms such as home health requests, FMLA, disability statements, and doctor’s excuses.

• Manage insurance flags and perform pre-certifications for testing when required.

• Support supply ordering and complete mandated clinic safety checks, including crash cart, medication refrigerator, and drug closet inspections.

• Provide cross-coverage to other CIS clinics and departments when needed.

• Perform other duties as assigned in alignment with the CIS mission and patient-first philosophy.

What Makes You a Great Match:

• For LPN Candidates:

  • High school diploma and current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in Louisiana.

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; ACLS is a plus.

  • Experience in triage, documentation, blood draws, and patient education preferred.

  • Strong communication and EMR proficiency.

  • Desire and potential to grow into a Team Leader role.

• For RN Candidates:

  • Current and unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in Louisiana.

  • One to two years of clinical experience in cardiology preferred.

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

  • Successful completion of EKG and general cardiology courses (required within 12 months of hire).

  • Proficient in diagnostic support, clinical documentation, and patient communication.

  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities, with a commitment to patient-centered care.