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PATIENT ACCESS SPECIALIST- LGMC ACCESS SERVICE-PART TIME (JOB ID: 2199) Location: LGMC Employment Status: PT   SUMMARY: The Patient Access Specialist can be a resource person to the patient, family, staff and physicians. The Patient Access Specialist prioritizes patients according to worklist scheduled times and patient type. The Specialist will have a working relationship with all departments serviced by the scheduling and registration department. The Patient Access Specialist will report any issues to the Patient Access Manager or Director.   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: ·         Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of registration and financial clearance requirements. o    Obtains and verifies the accuracy and completeness of required comprehensive pre-registration/registration information, including the accurate entry of demographic, and financial information within the Cerner system. o    Demonstrates ability to leverage available systems and tools to identify when authorization is needed and submits requests when necessary for both outpatient and inpatient services. o    Knowledge of commonly encountered insurance plans, payer requirements and the different benefit structures by plan type and can appropriately select the appropriate payer and plan for the encounter. o    Ability to correctly explain the patient’s financial liabilities to the patient and obtain payment or establish payment plans prior to services. o    Validates medical accessibility in accordance with Center for Medicare &Medicaid Services (CMS) standards and communicates relevant coverage/eligibility information to patient. ·         Exhibits thorough knowledge and proficiency in the use of the Cerner system and associated processes and procedures, electronic verification tools, and other Web base resources. ·         Ability to accurately record/maintain scheduled appointments and coordinate with internal and external customers as required. ·         Ability to orient and precept new team members to all areas of Patient Access. o    Coordinates training/orientation schedules and documents appropriately when completed. ·         Ensures required forms are completed and signatures obtained on, including but are not limited to, Consent of Treatment, Medicare Secondary Payer, and Important Message from Medicare, etc. ·         Exhibits knowledge of the Lafayette General Healthcare System and its services provided (including service options for patients within the system and with other community providers), and the ability to effectively convey this knowledge to patients, their families/caregivers and other LGMC team members. ·         Ability to communicate pro-actively and respectfully with all internal and external customers. ·         Maintains ongoing open communications with peers and staff across the system, assisting with problem resolution as appropriate.   EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE: High School degree or GED required.   EQUIPMENT OPERATED: Computer, Telephone, Printers and Fax machine   PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: ·         Medium Work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor constitutes a maximum lift of 21-50 pounds on occasion and/or a maximum lift of 11-25 pounds on a frequent basis. The workstations on wheels require a maximum push force of 11 – 15 lbs. for the 500 series cart. ·         Most work is computer-based. This includes the work station on wheels where work is completed at the bedside. Requires standing and walking for 2-3 hours at a time, walking within the department and from room to room. Includes printing material and retrieving from the printer as well as scanning documents into the computer. Some assignments may require sitting for 3-4 hours at a time. Requires excellent speaking and hearing for phone and in-person conversations.   SELECTION GUIDELINES: Formal application; verification of education, and experience; verification of license(s), certification(s), registration(s), accreditation(s) if applicable; oral interview, reference and background checks; job related tests may be required.   The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Hospital/Clinic and the employee. The job description is subject to change as the needs of the Hospital/Clinic and requirements of the job change. Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Must comply with all SERVICE Standards of Behavior

CNA-LGMC 10W OBSERVATION-PART TIME (JOB ID: 3246) Location: LGMC Employment Status: PT SUMMARY:  Cares for patients in the hospital, or other medical facility, under direction of nursing, by performing the following duties. Provides exceptional service and/or care to all patients, customers and team members.   SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: ·         Answers call lights to determine patients' needs. ·         Assists patients with activities of daily living. ·         Serves and collects food trays and feeds patients requiring help. ·         Transports patients or assists patients to walk. ·         Turns and repositions patients, alone or with assistance. ·         Changes bed linens, runs errands, directs visitors, and answers telephone. ·         Takes and records temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rates, and food and fluid intake and output, as directed. ·         Maintains a neat and clean patient environment. ·         Perform other duties as required.   QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   Education/Training/Experience: ·         License(s), Certification(s), Registration(s), Accreditation(s): o    Louisiana CNA certification o    CPR  Certification   PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS: ·         Adhere to all requirements, policies, procedures and mandatory training as identified by LGMC. ·         Must comply with all SERVICE Standards of Behavior   EQUIPMENT OPERATED: ·         Computer ·         Various types of medical instruments & equipment.   PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:   Medium Work – Medium level work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor constitutes a maximum lift of 21 – 50 pounds on occasion and/or a maximum lift of 11- 25 pounds on a frequent basis. May be required to assist in the turning, lifting, or moving of patients.             Walking about from patients’ rooms as well as to and from various hospital areas

RN SPECIALTY-LGMC LABOR AND DELIVERY-FULL TIME (JOB ID: 3247) Location: LGMC Employment Status: Full Time SUMMARY: The registered nurse provides nursing care according to the physician’s orders and in conformance with the ANA Standards of Practice and Care, ANA Code of Ethics, unit specific standards, patient care policies and procedures, unit specific policies and procedures, and the Louisiana Nurse Practice Act. The RN is responsible and accountable for individual, autonomous nursing practice and determines the appropriate delegation of tasks and nursing activities in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: The nurse may be placed in the charge nurse role. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  The Registered Nurse will perform a comprehensive nursing assessment, develop and implement a patient treatment plan consistent with the objectives of the multi-disciplinary treatment plan  The patient and family members will be included in the patient care planning and setting of discharge objective  Implements nursing care through services such as case management, health instructions, health counseling, and providing care supportive to restorative of life and well being  In executing the health care regimens as prescribed by licensed physicians, dentist, or other authorized prescriber, the RN performs a comprehensive nursing assessment of a individual patient consistent with established standards of care, identifies health care needs, establishes appropriate nursing diagnosis, establishes goal to meet the identified health care need, plans nursing care measures, documents appropriately, interprets data accurately in relation to patient care consideration, sets priorities, communicates with all members of the health care team, delegates nursing interventions to qualified personnel in accordance with State Board of Nursing criteria  The RN collaborates with physicians, dentists, and other health care providers in the management of the patient’s care and evaluates the human responses to all interventions  Provides individualized health education to the patient and family members from admission through discharge using any appropriate methods/resources necessary to meet the education goals, prepares the patient for diagnostic or surgical procedures, implements holistic therapeutic measures to promote healing and wellness  Communicates effectively with all age groups, which pertains to the patient population served  Demonstrates competency and knowledge of current standards of practice, administers treatments as per standards, interprets normal parameters of diagnostic data, reports abnormalities of diagnostic data in a timely manner, administers blood and blood components as per standards, and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to the age-specific needs  Documents accurately and completely in the EMR and other forms as per established standards. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE: • Maintains current licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Louisiana • CPR Certification • Advanced certification preferred if appropriate for area of clinical practice PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS: • Must comply with all Standards of Behavior • Adhere to all requirements, policies, procedures and mandatory training as identified by LGMC. EQUIPMENT OPERATED: • Computer • Various types of medical instruments & equipment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: • Medium Work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor constitutes a maximum lift of 21-50 pounds on occasion and/or a maximum lift of 11-25 pounds on a frequent basis • May be required to assist in the turning, lifting, or moving patients as well as walking about from patients’ rooms, as well as to and from various hospital areas

RN SPECIALTY-LGMC ICU-FULL TIME (JOB ID: 3248) SUMMARY:  The registered nurse provides nursing care according to the physician’s orders and in conformance with the ANA Standards of Practice and Care, ANA Code of Ethics, unit specific  standards, patient care policies and procedures, unit specific policies and procedures, and the  Louisiana Nurse Practice Act.  The RN is responsible and accountable for individual, autonomous  nursing practice and determines the appropriate delegation of tasks and nursing activities in  accordance with the Nurse Practice Act. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: The nurse may be placed in the charge nurse role. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: ■    The Specialty RN will fulfill all essential duties and responsibilities of the RN job  description below as well as the following: 1.    Will be a resource to other units within the hospital for specific patient care needs  including but not limited to, administering chemotherapy, providing specialized surgical/procedural  intervention and/or responding to Codes and RRT’s. 2.   These nurses will maintain their skills and knowledge as well as applicable certifications  within their specialty. ■    The Registered Nurse will perform a comprehensive nursing assessment, develop and implement a  patient treatment plan consistent with the objectives of the multi-disciplinary treatment plan ■    The patient and family members will be included in the patient care planning and setting of  discharge objective ■    Implements nursing care through services such as case management, health instructions, health  counseling, and providing care supportive to restorative of life and well being ■    In executing the health care regimens as prescribed by licensed physicians, dentist, or other  authorized prescriber, the RN performs a comprehensive nursing assessment of a individual patient  consistent with established standards of care, identifies health care needs, establishes  appropriate nursing diagnosis, establishes goal to meet the identified health care need, plans  nursing care measures, documents appropriately, interprets data accurately in relation to patient  care consideration, sets priorities, communicates with all members of the health care team,  delegates nursing interventions to qualified personnel in accordance with State Board of Nursing  criteria ■    The RN collaborates with physicians, dentists, and other health care providers in the  management of the patient’s care and evaluates the human responses to all interventions ■    Provides individualized health education to the patient and family members from admission  through discharge using any appropriate methods/resources necessary to meet the education goals,  prepares the patient for diagnostic or surgical procedures, implements holistic therapeutic  measures to promote healing and wellness ■    Communicates effectively with all age groups, which pertains to the patient population served ■    Demonstrates competency and knowledge of current standards of practice, administers treatments  as per standards, interprets normal parameters of diagnostic data, reports abnormalities of  diagnostic data in a timely manner, administers blood and blood components as per standards, and  interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to  the age-specific needs ■    Documents accurately and completely in the EMR and other forms as per established standards. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty  satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and  abilities required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities  to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE: •    Maintains current licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Louisiana •    Maintains current BLS Certification •    ICU: ACLS required within 6 months of hire. •    Emergency: ACLS required within 6 months of hire and PALS required within 12 months of hire. •    Advanced certification preferred if appropriate for area of clinical practice PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS: •    Must comply with all Standards of Behavior •    Prompt and regular attendance according to policy •    Comply with dress code and appearance standards •    Interact with patients, customers, the general public, management, and team members in a  professional, courteous, and tactful manner •    Work with integrity, uphold LGH’s  mission, values, and maintain confidentiality in all  situations •    Follow safety & security policies & procedures, immediately report suspicious activities and  unsafe conditions.  Use equipment, tools & materials properly; use and/or wear appropriate personal  protective equipment (PPE) •    Participate in all mandatory job training and meetings as directed •    Adhere to requirements, policies and procedures outlined in the Employee Handbook and/or other  Hospital/Clinic practices. •    Maintains satisfactory relations with other departments and nursing units. •    Maintains acceptable standards of patient care. •    Exercises appropriate use of Universal Precautions, personal protective equipment, and other  safety guidelines/regulations as required by OSHA and other enforcement agencies EQUIPMENT OPERATED: •    General office equipment •    Computer •    Diagnostic testing equipment •    Various types of medical instruments & equipment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: •    Medium Work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor constitutes a maximum lift of 21-50  pounds on occasion and/or a maximum lift of 11-25 pounds on a frequent basis •    May be required to assist in the turning, lifting, or moving patients as well as walking about  from patients’ rooms, as well as to and from various hospital areas SELECTION GUIDELINES: Formal application; verification of education, and experience; verification of license(s),  certification(s), registration(s), accreditation(s) if applicable; oral interview, reference and  background checks; job related tests may be required.

RN SPECIALTY-LGMC RADIOLOGY-FULL TIME (JOB ID: 3249) Location: LGMC Employment Status: FT   SUMMARY: The registered nurse provides nursing care according to the physician’s orders and in conformance with the ANA Standards of Practice and Care, ANA Code of Ethics, unit specific standards, patient care policies and procedures, unit specific policies and procedures, and the Louisiana Nurse Practice Act. The RN is responsible and accountable for individual, autonomous nursing practice and determines the appropriate delegation of tasks and nursing activities in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: The nurse may be placed in the charge nurse role. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  The Specialty RN will fulfill all essential duties and responsibilities of the RN job description below as well as the following: 1. Will be a resource to other units within the hospital for specific patient care needs including but not limited to, administering chemotherapy, providing specialized surgical/procedural intervention and/or responding to Codes and RRT’s. 2. These nurses will maintain their skills and knowledge as well as applicable certifications within their specialty.  The Registered Nurse will perform a comprehensive nursing assessment, develop and implement a patient treatment plan consistent with the objectives of the multi-disciplinary treatment plan  The patient and family members will be included in the patient care planning and setting of discharge objective  Implements nursing care through services such as case management, health instructions, health counseling, and providing care supportive to restorative of life and well being  In executing the health care regimens as prescribed by licensed physicians, dentist, or other authorized prescriber, the RN performs a comprehensive nursing assessment of a individual patient consistent with established standards of care, identifies health care needs, establishes appropriate nursing diagnosis, establishes goal to meet the identified health care need, plans nursing care measures, documents appropriately, interprets data accurately in relation to patient care consideration, sets priorities, communicates with all members of the health care team, delegates nursing interventions to qualified personnel in accordance with State Board of Nursing criteria  The RN collaborates with physicians, dentists, and other health care providers in the management of the patient’s care and evaluates the human responses to all interventions  Provides individualized health education to the patient and family members from admission through discharge using any appropriate methods/resources necessary to meet the education goals, prepares the patient for diagnostic or surgical procedures, implements holistic therapeutic measures to promote healing and wellness  Communicates effectively with all age groups, which pertains to the patient population served  Demonstrates competency and knowledge of current standards of practice, administers treatments as per standards, interprets normal parameters of diagnostic data, reports abnormalities of diagnostic data in a timely manner, administers blood and blood components as per standards, and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to the age-specific needs  Documents accurately and completely in the EMR and other forms as per established standards. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE: • Maintains current licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Louisiana • Maintains current BLS Certification • ICU: ACLS required within 6 months of hire. • Emergency: ACLS required within 6 months of hire and PALS required within 12 months of hire. • Advanced certification preferred if appropriate for area of clinical practice PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS: • Must comply with all Standards of Behavior • Prompt and regular attendance according to policy • Comply with dress code and appearance standards • Interact with patients, customers, the general public, management, and team members in a professional, courteous, and tactful manner • Work with integrity, uphold LGH’s mission, values, and maintain confidentiality in all situations • Follow safety & security policies & procedures, immediately report suspicious activities and unsafe conditions. Use equipment, tools & materials properly; use and/or wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) • Participate in all mandatory job training and meetings as directed • Adhere to requirements, policies and procedures outlined in the Employee Handbook and/or other Hospital/Clinic practices. • Maintains satisfactory relations with other departments and nursing units. • Maintains acceptable standards of patient care. • Exercises appropriate use of Universal Precautions, personal protective equipment, and other safety guidelines/regulations as required by OSHA and other enforcement agencies EQUIPMENT OPERATED: • General office equipment • Computer • Diagnostic testing equipment • Various types of medical instruments & equipment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: • Medium Work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor constitutes a maximum lift of 21-50 pounds on occasion and/or a maximum lift of 11-25 pounds on a frequent basis • May be required to assist in the turning, lifting, or moving patients as well as walking about from patients’ rooms, as well as to and from various hospital areas SELECTION GUIDELINES: Formal application; verification of education, and experience; verification of license(s), certification(s), registration(s), accreditation(s) if applicable; oral interview, reference and background checks; job related tests may be required. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Hospital/Clinic and the employee. The job description is subject to change as the needs of the Hospital/Clinic and requirements of the job change. Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Must comply with all SERVICE Standards of Behavior   Other information: • Medium Work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor constitutes a maximum lift of 21-50 pounds on occasion and/or a maximum lift of 11-25 pounds on a frequent basis • May be required to assist in the turning, lifting, or moving patients as well as walking about from patients’ rooms, as well as to and from various hospital areas

PHLEBOTOMIST-LGMC LAB-FULL TIME (JOB ID: 3250) Location: LGMC Employment Status: FT   SUMMARY: The Phlebotomist is primarily responsible for phlebotomy procedures. Will assists in charting and other clerical duties of the department. The Phlebotomist must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the neonate, pediatric, adolescent and geriatric patient served. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principals of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess date reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his or her neonate, pediatric, adolescent or geriatric needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the unit’s department policies and procedures. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Maintains collection tray and working area in a sanitary condition. 2. Follows proper patient identification policy. 3. Draws blood from patients and returns specimens to pathology for analysis to establish procedures. 4. Labels all specimens with date, initials and time received. 5. Accurately logs in date and time drawn of all specimens in the lab computer system. 6. Uses lab computer to generate labels, reports, and inquiries as needed. 7. Assists couriers and clerical personnel when necessary. 8. Assists with supply inventory and stocking of received supplies. 9. Responsible in an appropriate manner to Stat, Timed and Routine orders as well as Codes as assigned. 10. Reviews all computer printouts on patient phlebotomy requests for pertinent demographic and clinical information. 11. Prioritizes duties according to requests, location and specimen priority. 12. Refers questionable matters to management or technical staff. 13. Attends in-services and department meetings as required. 14. Participates in pathology quality improvement, attends and participated in lab in-services. EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE: 1. Minimum High school Graduate or equivalent. 2. Certified as phlebotomy technician by national certification exam preferred. EQUIPMENT OPERATED:  Computer  Various PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:  Medium Work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor constitutes a maximum lift of 21-50 pounds on occasion and/or a maximum lift of 11-25 pounds on a frequent basis  May be required to assist in the turning, lifting, or moving patients as well as walking about from patients’ rooms, as well as to and from various hospital areas SELECTION GUIDELINES: Formal application; verification of education, and experience; verification of license(s), certification(s), registration(s), accreditation(s) if applicable; oral interview, reference and background checks; job related tests may be required. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Hospital/Clinic and the employee. The job description is subject to change as the needs of the Hospital/Clinic and requirements of the job change. Other information: • Medium Work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor constitutes a maximum lift of 21-50 pounds on occasion and/or a maximum lift of 11-25 pounds on a frequent basis • May be required to assist in the turning, lifting, or moving patients as well as walking about from patients’ rooms, as well as to and from various hospital areas

EKG TELEMETRY TECH-LGMC CARDIOLOGY-FULL TIME (JOB ID: 3251) Location: LGMC Employment Status: FT   SUMMARY: EKG Telemetry Technician is to provide continuous cardiac rhythm monitor watch, interpreting rate and rhythm for significant and /or life-threatening changes. They perform diagnostic ECG examinations for subsequent evaluation and treatment by attending physician and applies and removes holter monitors. The EKG Telemetry Technician copies and delivers reports and notifies appropriate nursing personnel or physicians of findings. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Maintains the standards of care and adheres to the policies and procedures of the LGMC, patient care services and assigned area. 2. Responsible for watching ECG monitors on medical / surgical areas. 3. Performs 12 lead ECGs and rhythm strips in a careful and accurate manner according to stated policy and procedure manual. 4. Observes and interprets cardiac monitor continuously with identification of arrhythmia and notifies charge nurse if uncertain or unclear. 5. Has a basic knowledge of electrocardiography and can read and interpret ECGs following successful completion of the basic ECG course. 6. Maintains logbook by posting ECG strips every 4 hours and prn and sends strips to floor (run two strips per patient). Post one and send other to unit. 7. Has knowledge and ability to use the MUSE System for storing and editing ECGs. 8. Maintains telemetry or holter monitors and ECG machines in good working condition with notification to appropriate personnel if repairs are needed. 9. Participates in ordering paper and other supplies in a timely and cost effective fashion. 10. Must be able to read and understand physician’s interpretation of ECGs in order to edit and record on our MUSE system. 11. Applies holter monitors in a careful and accurate manner as stated in the policy and procedure manual. 12. Copies and delivers to all units all edited ECG reports and holter monitor reports. 13. Provides shift report to appropriate personnel. 14. Required passage of ECG monitor tech course by 80% or better. 15. Satisfactory completion of an annual performance skills checklist with ECG testing. 16. Demonstrates effective interdepartmental and intradepartmental communication skills. 17. Performs Bioz procedures in a careful and accurate manner according to stated policy and procedure. 18. Scans 24 hour holter monitor test in a careful and accurate manner according to stated policy and procedure. EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE: 1. High school diploma or equivalent required. 2. ECG course completion or current EMT/Paramedic license required. 3. CPR to be obtained within 90 days of hire. 4. OSHA and Falls Prevention to be completed within 30 days of hire and renewable annually. EQUIPMENT OPERATED:  Computer  Various PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:  Medium Work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor constitutes a maximum lift of 21-50 pounds on occasion and/or a maximum lift of 11-25 pounds on a frequent basis  May be required to assist in the turning, lifting, or moving patients as well as walking about from patients’ rooms, as well as to and from various hospital areas SELECTION GUIDELINES: Formal application; verification of education, and experience; verification of license(s), certification(s), registration(s), accreditation(s) if applicable; oral interview, reference and background checks; job related tests may be required. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Hospital/Clinic and the employee. The job description is subject to change as the needs of the Hospital/Clinic and requirements of the job change. Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Must comply with all SERVICE Standards of Behavior

PHARMACY TECH-LGMC PHARMACY-PRN (JOB ID: 3254) Location: LGMC Employment Status: PRN   The pharmacy technician assists pharmacists in preparing and distributing medications, maintaining the drug inventory, and maintaining patient records. Pharmacy technicians work only under the supervision of a registered pharmacist. They do not perform duties that can legally be performed only by a registered pharmacist. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Assists in ordering, receiving, unpacking, and storing pharmaceuticals and supplies in appropriate locations 2. Rotates stock to ensure use before the expiration date 3. Identifies and replaces outdated and usable pharmaceuticals 4. Fills physician orders, medical surgical kits, medication carts and / or floor stock requisitions accurately 5. Prepares intravenous admixtures or other sterile preparations accurately 6. Delivers medications and supplies to patient care and ancillary areas accurately and return credit medications and supplies per established schedule 7. Restocks medication and IV dispensing areas accurately within specified time periods 8. Repackages bulk medications in unit dose packages accurately per established procedures 9. Enters charges and credits for patient medications accurately 10. Monthly inspection of all patient care areas and crash carts in the hospital for expired and/or inappropriate pharmaceuticals 11. Maintains current technical certification 12. Attends orientation, education, and training programs 13. Reviews literature and other materials pertinent to the practice of pharmacy including but not limited to new drugs, improved technology, and changes in laws EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE: 1. High School diploma or equivalent required 2. Must be 18 years of age 3. Must possess a valid Louisiana Technician Certificate or permit renewable annually in June EQUIPMENT OPERATED: • Computer • Various PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: • Medium Work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor constitutes a maximum lift of 21-50 pounds on occasion and/or a maximum lift of 11-25 pounds on a frequent basis SELECTION GUIDELINES: Formal application; verification of education, and experience; verification of license(s), certification(s), registration(s), accreditation(s) if applicable; oral interview, reference and background checks; job related tests may be required. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Hospital/Clinic and the employee. The job description is subject to change as the needs of the Hospital/Clinic and requirements of the job change.

Performs patient care activities and unit clerical duties as assigned by nursing staff and work schedule in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. Performs other duties assigned by Department management according to policies and procedures and the mission of Woman’s Hospital. Training and Experience: Previous patient care duties and computer/secretarial experience preferred. Job Knowledge: Knowledge of procedures and techniques involved in administering simple treatments and related bedside patient care services. Good understanding of basis of asepsis and sterile technique to avoid infection of patients, self or contamination of supplies and equipment. Knowledge of basic computer skills and organizational skills for reception type tasks.  Salary:  $9.87 - $13.94   Qualifications Education Required High School Diploma or better.

Position Summary: The Financial Counselor is responsible for offering financial advice and assistance to patients regarding medical bills.  There are the liaison between patients and their insurance companies; often coordinating payment and answering questions from both parties.    Maintaining accurate account balances in accordance with contractual obligations, fee schedules, or regulations is required job duty. Essential Functions: Enters patient demographic and financial information in the patient accounting system for inpatient and IOP admissions. Ensures that the completed admission yields a legacy system facesheet, armband, labels, etc. Ensures proper documentation is received for billing compliance – complete Intake Assessment and Physician Order. Reconciles the midnight census to ensure accuracy in the patient accounting system. Meets with all new admissions to review insurance benefits and financial obligations. Updates patient accounting system with additional or revisions to demographic or financial information obtained during patient visit. Initiates point of care collections with patients. Coordinates non-covered day discussion with Utilization Management and patients – scans signed form into the patient account system and notifies Financial Intake Performs other duties and projects as assigned. Educational/Experience Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent as minimum requirement.  Previous customer service experience in a similar field, including employment as a call center worker, credit authorizer or customer service representative, is also beneficial. Due to the sensitivity and confidentiality of financial records, collectors are required to be in strict accordance with the rules regarding collection attempts regulated by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Qualifications/Skills: Experience in Microsoft Office products and general patient accounting systems. Knowledge of third party payers, Medicare, Medicaid, and other payer requirements.  Customer service skills for interacting with patients regarding medical claims and payments, including communicating with patients and family members of diverse ages and backgrounds.  Able to work in a team environment.  Ability to function with minimal supervision and complete understanding and respect of confidentiality.  Follows policy and procedures that are in accordance with State and Federal Laws, JCAHO, HCFA and other regulatory boards as required by state and federal laws as well as the mission statement.  Must successfully complete CPR certification and an Oceans approved behavioral health de-escalation program.

The Assistant Director of Nursing is responsible for upholding the standards of nursing care as established by the Nurse Practice Act, Psychiatric Standards of Nursing, policy and procedures, and all other external governing and credentialing bodies.  The Assistant Director of Nursing directs the staff and operation of the Nursing Department at all facility locations; coordinates, plans and manages nursing activities; formulates nursing program goals and objectives; manages nursing positions; evaluates staff; assists in the management of the nursing budget; maintains contacts with individuals both within and outside of the department who might impact on  program activities; participates in recruitment and retention programs; determines the quality of nursing care; participates in performance improvement programs; collaborates with clinical instructors for educational programs; represents the Nursing Department in professional and/or community organizations; demonstrates age specific and cultural sensitivity.  All duties to be done in accordance with Joint Commission, Federal and State regulations, Oceans’ Mission, policies and procedures and Performance Improvement Standards.   Utilizes the principles of management/nursing to coordinate patient care and nursing service activities towards positive outcomes; demonstrates fiscal responsibility in scheduling staffing patterns while considering patient safety. Supervises nursing personnel including: determining workload and delegating assignments, training, monitoring and evaluating performance, and initiating corrective or disciplinary actions.  Conducts and reviews evaluations on individual staff; makes recommendations for promotion, salary adjustment and/or disciplinary actions. Accountable for nursing performance improvement and contributions to problem identification, investigation and monitoring of resolutions in providing quality care and customer satisfaction. Develops data collection tools, identifies trends, risk areas, and evaluates reliance of research.  Coordinates with employees to collect data on the quality of Nursing services; analyzes data collected and submits monthly report to Performance Improvement Director. Oversees and adheres to safety regulations of facility policies and procedures and external regulatory and credentialing bodies; participates as a member of the facility wide safety team. Provides support and acts as a resource for development and implementation of Infection Control, standard precautions policies and procedures. Supports and coordinates patient safety issues in conjunction with Hospital Administrator; analyzes, reviews and follows up on incident reports related to nursing/patient safety issues in conjunction with Risk Management. Ensures staff compliance with patient care, documentation, hospital/unit policies and procedures, protocols, and guidelines; Ensures appropriate nursing staff for each unit to meet patient needs. Directs appropriate training activities for all permanent and temporary nursing employees as well as assurance of proper current licensure, continuing education, CPR, and an Oceans Healthcare approved behavioral health de-escalation program; participates in orientation of new and current nursing staff. Performs other duties and projects as assigned. MSN preferred or BSN with management and psychiatric experience with an unrestricted state nursing license.  At least 3 years previous experience as an RN. Must be flexible with work schedule.  Involves discretion and independent action within prescribed limits.  This position requires a sound knowledge of nursing practice and leadership abilities with the ability to manage, supervise, and oversee multiple employees.  Should demonstrate the ability to solve practical problems and utilize appropriate steps for problem resolution, ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form, and ability to exercise sound judgment.  Must be competent in the areas of interpersonal communications, excellent verbal and written skills, knowledge of Medicare and regulatory and credentialing criteria standards, knowledge of safety standards, spread of organisms, and the adult learning process.  Must be competent in the provision of nursing care.  Must successfully complete CPR certification and an Oceans approved behavioral health de-escalation program. Subject to many interruptions.  Occasional pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries.  This position can be high paced and stressful; must be able to cope mentally and physically to atmosphere.  This person might sometimes experience disagreeable odors, sights and/or unpredictable patient behavior.  Work requires spending approximately 85% or more of the time inside a building, which offers protection.

The Director of Plant Operations will provide leadership by actively managing the housekeeping department, directing and supporting the functions of the Plant Operations department Environment of Care and all work related to the physical plant and ancillary systems, engineering, grounds, fleet management, Biomed equipment, security and safety of the hospital.  This role performs inspections and mock surveys to ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies and has extensive knowledge of TJC, CMS and other regulatory requirements.  The programs supported by this Department include hazardous materials, law and insurance regulations, buildings, grounds, equipment and occupant safety. All duties will be done in accordance with TJC, Federal and State regulations, the State Department of Health standards, Oceans mission, policies, and procedures.  This role also provides guidance on construction/remodeling projects upon direction from organizational leadership.  The Director presents a positive image of the hospital to patients, visitors, physicians and the public. Education/Experience: A minimum of 5 years’ experience in Facilities Management required; Healthcare experience preferred. Management experience in plant operations including EVS, Security, Grounds, Biomed etc. Knowledge of facility buildings, equipment and utilities. High school diploma or equivalent required.  College degree in related area preferred. Skills/Knowledge: Working knowledge of Microsoft office Good verbal and written communication skills Certifications/Licenses: Valid Driver’s License required CPR certified

The Director of Nursing is responsible for upholding the standards of nursing care as established by the Nurse Practice Act, Psychiatric Standards of Nursing, policy and procedures, and all other external governing and credentialing bodies.  The Director of Nursing directs the staff and operation of the Nursing Department at all facility locations; coordinates, plans and manages nursing activities; formulates nursing program goals and objectives; manages nursing positions; evaluates staff; assists in the management of the nursing budget; maintains contacts with individuals both within and outside of the department who might impact on  program activities; participates in recruitment and retention programs; determines the quality of nursing care; participates in performance improvement programs; collaborates with clinical instructors for educational programs; represents the Nursing Department in professional and/or community organizations; demonstrates age specific and cultural sensitivity.  All duties to be done in accordance with Joint Commission, Federal and State regulations, Oceans’ Mission, policies and procedures and Performance Improvement Standards.   Utilizes the principles of management/nursing to coordinate patient care and nursing service activities towards positive outcomes; demonstrates fiscal responsibility in scheduling staffing patterns while considering patient safety. Supervises nursing personnel including: determining workload and delegating assignments, training, monitoring and evaluating performance, and initiating corrective or disciplinary actions.  Conducts and reviews evaluations on individual staff; makes recommendations for promotion, salary adjustment and/or disciplinary actions. Accountable for nursing performance improvement and contributions to problem identification, investigation and monitoring of resolutions in providing quality care and customer satisfaction. Develops data collection tools, identifies trends, risk areas, and evaluates reliance of research.  Coordinates with employees to collect data on the quality of Nursing services; analyzes data collected and submits monthly report to Performance Improvement Director. Oversees and adheres to safety regulations of facility policies and procedures and external regulatory and credentialing bodies; participates as a member of the facility wide safety team. Provides support and acts as a resource for development and implementation of Infection Control, standard precautions policies and procedures. Supports and coordinates patient safety issues in conjunction with Hospital Administrator; analyzes, reviews and follows up on incident reports related to nursing/patient safety issues in conjunction with Risk Management. Ensures staff compliance with patient care, documentation, hospital/unit policies and procedures, protocols, and guidelines; Ensures appropriate nursing staff for each unit to meet patient needs. Directs appropriate training activities for all permanent and temporary nursing employees as well as assurance of proper current licensure, continuing education, CPR, and an Oceans Healthcare approved behavioral health de-escalation program; participates in orientation of new and current nursing staff. Performs other duties and projects as assigned. MSN preferred or BSN with management and psychiatric experience with an unrestricted state nursing license.  At least 3 years previous experience as an RN. Must be flexible with work schedule.  Involves discretion and independent action within prescribed limits.  This position requires a sound knowledge of nursing practice and leadership abilities with the ability to manage, supervise, and oversee multiple employees.  Should demonstrate the ability to solve practical problems and utilize appropriate steps for problem resolution, ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form, and ability to exercise sound judgment.  Must be competent in the areas of interpersonal communications, excellent verbal and written skills, knowledge of Medicare and regulatory and credentialing criteria standards, knowledge of safety standards, spread of organisms, and the adult learning process.  Must be competent in the provision of nursing care.  Must successfully complete CPR certification and an Oceans approved behavioral health de-escalation program. Subject to many interruptions.  Occasional pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries.  This position can be high paced and stressful; must be able to cope mentally and physically to atmosphere.  This person might sometimes experience disagreeable odors, sights and/or unpredictable patient behavior.  Work requires spending approximately 85% or more of the time inside a building, which offers protection.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS JOB  You have the power to impact an entire community, one grateful patient at a time, when you join Oceans Healthcare, a national leader in behavioral healthcare services, in our Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) position! Make a real difference that resonates across the mental health industry as you help a vulnerable, underserved group of adults and seniors achieve and maintain healthy, active lifestyles. Here, you can be confident that your leaders have your back, giving you the freedom to focus on what really matters — the well-being of your patients. In this Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) role, you will know the satisfaction that comes from being part of a friendly, supportive team always eager to acknowledge your accomplishments. This is a great opportunity to create an inspirational career path! Apply for Oceans' Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) job opening today. CERTIFIED THERAPEUTIC RECREATION SPECIALIST (CTRS) RESPONSIBILITIES Provide direct therapeutic recreation therapy services following state, federal and hospital guidelines and regulations Plan and conduct individual and group therapy as assigned by a physician's order Complete all necessary paperwork/documents in a timely manner; document medical records Conduct, assess and interpret completion of Comprehensive Integrated Assessments Review all multidisciplinary assessments; compile Multidisciplinary Treatment Integration with physician supervision Identify safety, psychosocial, special mobility and special equipment needs; conduct treatments and discharge planning Develop, plan and provide in-services for community/staff CERTIFIED THERAPEUTIC RECREATION SPECIALIST (CTRS) QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree; CTRS license (must maintain yearly certification)   Successfully complete CPR certification and Oceans-approved behavioral de-escalation program Able to assess and interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify patient needs and provide the appropriate care In-depth knowledge of mental illness and chemical dependency, and the family dynamics which accompany them Basic knowledge of chronic mental illness; in-depth knowledge of clinical therapy modalities  Excellent communication, time management and organizational skills; group/process skills as related to age-specific patient needs

** $4,000 SIGN-ON BONUS ** WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS JOB!  Use your RN and leadership skills to positively impact lives and change a community for the better when you join Oceans Healthcare, a national leader in behavioral healthcare services, in our Registered Nurse (RN) position! In this Registered Nurse (RN) role, you will enjoy job autonomy as you guide daily operations and patient care activities. You can be proud to lead and be part of an outstanding team that constantly lifts each other up and applauds individual accomplishments. Your team members will excel under your expert guidance and support, and together, you will make a lasting difference as you advocate for the underserved in your community. Here, your services will be appreciated by patients, and their friends and family who look to you for answers. Your contributions will reverberate beyond the facility, resulting in a better and healthier community for all, and career satisfaction for you.   Make a choice to grow with a company that is invested in your success! Apply today!   REGISTERED NURSE (RN) RESPONSIBILITIES Advocate for patient needs/safety; provide quality nursing care Create, implement, document and follow up on individualized care and treatment plans  Administer and provide education on prescribed medications Review, revise and update medical records; transcribe and implement physician's orders Implement staff assignments and delegation of duties using appropriate judgment REGISTERED NURSE (RN) QUALIFICATIONS Current RN state license to practice (Valid Compact license accepted at time of application) Associate degree in nursing with one year of inpatient hospital experience strongly preferred CPR certification; complete an Oceans-approved behavioral health de-escalation program An understanding and sensitivity to serve culturally diverse and special-needs population Knowledge base of normal physical/emotional development and of psychiatric nursing care Able to travel to other hospital locations as needed

WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS JOB!  Use your RN and leadership skills to positively impact lives and change a community for the better when you join Oceans Healthcare, a national leader in behavioral healthcare services, in our Registered Nurse (RN) position! In this Registered Nurse (RN) role, you will enjoy job autonomy as you guide daily operations and patient care activities. You can be proud to lead and be part of an outstanding team that constantly lifts each other up and applauds individual accomplishments. Your team members will excel under your expert guidance and support, and together, you will make a lasting difference as you advocate for the underserved in your community. Here, your services will be appreciated by patients, and their friends and family who look to you for answers. Your contributions will reverberate beyond the facility, resulting in a better and healthier community for all, and career satisfaction for you.   Make a choice to grow with a company that is invested in your success! Apply today!   REGISTERED NURSE (RN) RESPONSIBILITIES Advocate for patient needs/safety; provide quality nursing care Create, implement, document and follow up on individualized care and treatment plans  Administer and provide education on prescribed medications Review, revise and update medical records; transcribe and implement physician's orders Implement staff assignments and delegation of duties using appropriate judgment REGISTERED NURSE (RN) QUALIFICATIONS Current RN state license to practice (Valid Compact license accepted at time of application) Associate degree in nursing with one year of inpatient hospital experience strongly preferred CPR certification; complete an Oceans-approved behavioral health de-escalation program An understanding and sensitivity to serve culturally diverse and special-needs population Knowledge base of normal physical/emotional development and of psychiatric nursing care Able to travel to other hospital locations as needed

WHY YOU'LL LOVE BEING A MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN AT OCEANS HEALTHCARE! Have an impact on patients that echoes through the community Become part of a high growth company with a family-like atmosphere Perform meaningful work that helps your patients achieve the best possible quality of life Learn useful skills that open the door to career growth and new opportunities Work with helpful and hands-on leaders who always have your back Competitive compensation and benefits MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN RESPONSIBILITIES Provide mental health services to patients who struggle with a variety of behavioral problems Collaborate with doctors and nurses to carry out treatment plans for patients Perform assigned patient care activities safely and professionally Brag about team members who do something extraordinary (don’t worry, they will always return the favor) MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN QUALIFICATIONS High school graduate or equivalent preferred 6+ months of prior patient care experience or CNA certification Ability to read, write and follow verbal and written instruction Skilled in or able to learn about working with various age-, disability- and cultural-specific populations

WHY YOU'LL LOVE BEING A MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN AT OCEANS HEALTHCARE! Have an impact on patients that echoes through the community Become part of a high growth company with a family-like atmosphere Perform meaningful work that helps your patients achieve the best possible quality of life Learn useful skills that open the door to career growth and new opportunities Work with helpful and hands-on leaders who always have your back Competitive compensation and benefits MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN RESPONSIBILITIES Provide mental health services to patients who struggle with a variety of behavioral problems Collaborate with doctors and nurses to carry out treatment plans for patients Perform assigned patient care activities safely and professionally Brag about team members who do something extraordinary (don’t worry, they will always return the favor) MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN QUALIFICATIONS High school graduate or equivalent preferred 6+ months of prior patient care experience or CNA certification Ability to read, write and follow verbal and written instruction Skilled in or able to learn about working with various age-, disability- and cultural-specific populations

The Therapist provides direct clinical services - assessment, interventions, treatment planning and discharge planning, as well as providing individual, family, and/or group therapy to further patient/family/group progress in treatment according to the Joint Commission, Federal and State Regulations, Oceans' Mission, policies and procedures and PI standards. Provides direct clinical services in accordance with accepted standards of social/work clinical practice in a timely fashion as outlined by Joint Commission, Federal and State Regulations, Oceans Behavioral Hospital's Mission, policies and procedures and PI Standards. Plans and conducts individual family and/or group therapy as assigned by the Director of Social Services or physician's order. Conducts, assesses and interprets completion of Comprehensive Integrated Assessment - (Biopsychosocial) as assigned by Director of Social Services or physician's order within 72 hours (or 3 sessions) of admission. Reviews all Multidisciplinary assessments and compiles a Multidisciplinary Treatment Integration under the supervision of the attending physician within 96 hours (or 4 sessions) of admission. Performs case management and discharge planning as assigned by the Director of Social Services. Attends treatment team meetings when indicated and reporting on assigned patients and their progress toward treatment goals; combines the reports of all disciplines into a multidisciplinary treatment integration summary, which facilitates the patient's progress towards treatment plan goals Delivers patient services in an ethical manner which promotes respect for the patient and enhances the patient's dignity and satisfaction; Demonstrates the ability to assess and interpret a patient's response to treatment in age/disability/culturally sensitive specific manner. Assesses and interprets age/disability/cultural needs; Identifies safety, psychosocial, special mobility and special equipment needs; and Communicates in an age/disability/culturally sensitive related manner to patients and their families Conducts treatment and discharge planning in accordance with age/disability/cultural needs and involves members of the patient's support system in decision making as appropriate. Performs other duties and projects as assigned. At a minimum a Clinical Social Worker (CSW), LMSW, LCSW, LPC Counselor, or Psychologist.  0 to 1 year post-graduate experience in clinical practice.  Must have completed at least two semesters of internship--one of which must have been with a specific mentally ill population: Adolescent, Adults, and Geriatrics.  An internship within chemical dependency field is also acceptable.  (Any population which is assigned will be based on a mentorship training system if no experience has been had with that population.) Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to any age--related disability--related needs of the patients served on assignment.  Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development appropriate to the patient population served.  Must be able to assess and interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s needs and provide the appropriate care, including age related care/disability/cultural sensitivity related care to adolescent, chronically mentally ill, adult, geriatric, chemically dependent, and dually diagnosed patient populations.  Must demonstrate in-depth knowledge of mental illness and chemical dependency and the family dynamics which accompany them.  Must have basic knowledge of chronic mental illness.  Must have in-depth knowledge of clinical therapy modalities.  Must have excellent communication and group/process skills as related to age specific patient needs.  Must be able to demonstrate assessment, intervention, treatment and d/c planning skills.  Must be able to pass the general age/disability post-test.  Must be versatile, flexible, and able to perform in stressful situations.  Must have good time and organizational skills.  Must be capable of coordinating multi-faceted workload.  Must be able to work with an array of mental/physical disabled persons.  Must successfully complete CPR certification and an Oceans approved behavioral de-escalation program. Subject to many interruptions.  Occasional pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries.  This position can be high paced and stressful; must be able to cope mentally and physically to atmosphere.  This person might sometimes experience disagreeable odors, sights and/or unpredictable patient behavior.  Work requires spending approximately 85% or more of the time inside a building, which offers protection.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS JOB! You entered the healthcare field with one goal in mind: to care for those in need. As a Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse (LVN/LPN) with Oceans, you will provide care for underserved patients as an important part of a collaborative healthcare team. You will be surrounded by a work family that recognizes your achievements and makes sure your leaders are aware of them, too. At Oceans, we walk the walk by placing you with supervisors who work alongside you, leading to career growth for you, and a healthier and better community for all. This is a great opportunity for you to make an important impact in your community. Apply for Oceans’ LVN/LPN job opening today. LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE / LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE RESPONSIBILITIES Deliver quality LVN/LPN care to an assigned group of patients under the direction of the RN Accurately/thoroughly document all findings in patient records; identify expected outcomes Collaborate with other providers to implement nursing care interventions; perform nursing procedures/treatments Conduct specified bedside laboratory tests, wound care, and provide for comfort and assistance Ensure patients are effectively assessed prior to and after safe delivery of medications Accurately communicate/document medication doses prescribed; provide medication education LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE / LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or GED and current state LVN/LPN license (Valid Compact license acceptable at time of application) One year of inpatient hospital experience strongly preferred CPR certification; complete an Oceans-approved behavioral health de-escalation program