What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse position at Tulane University?
Job Description
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a nurse who assumes responsibility and accountability for the delivery and management of patient care within the scope of practice. This position functions as part of the Occupational Health (OH) clinic and receives guidance and technical supervision from the Occupational Health Nurse Specialists. (OHNS). The LPN participates in the provision of health care, screening examinations, health counseling, medical record maintenance and other related services within the OH clinic.
Responsibilities
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualification
Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane’s employment or educational programs or activities.
Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at 504-865-4748 or by email at hr@tulane.edu .
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a nurse who assumes responsibility and accountability for the delivery and management of patient care within the scope of practice. This position functions as part of the Occupational Health (OH) clinic and receives guidance and technical supervision from the Occupational Health Nurse Specialists. (OHNS). The LPN participates in the provision of health care, screening examinations, health counseling, medical record maintenance and other related services within the OH clinic.
Responsibilities
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualification
- Graduate of an accredited school preparing Licensed Practical Nurses with current licensure from the Louisiana State Board to practice professional nursing upon date of hire.
- Two years’ experience working in a medical office or clinic environment.
- Current CPR or BLS Certification.
- Current, unencumbered Louisiana Licensed Practical Nurse licensure
- Excellent communication skills and ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane’s employment or educational programs or activities.
Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at 504-865-4748 or by email at hr@tulane.edu .