LPN Float

About the role

Provide licensed practical nursing care in support of cardiovascular physicians and medical staff. Deliver direct patient care while assisting with clinical operations in a cardiovascular clinic setting. Serve as a key point of support for patient coordination, documentation, and education.

Responsibilities

• Triage patients by obtaining and documenting vital signs, medication lists, allergies, and patient histories.
• Assess and communicate patient concerns and urgent findings to physicians and providers.
• Assist physicians during patient visits, complete orders, administer injections, and provide medication samples per protocol.
• Perform venipunctures, finger sticks, and assist with Coumadin clinic duties as needed.
• Respond to phone calls from patients, pharmacies, physician offices, and home health agencies.
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation in paper and electronic medical records (EMR).
• Cook up diagnostic testing and assist with patient flow across departments.
• Educate patients and families on diagnostic procedures such as EKGs, monitors, stress tests, and ultrasounds.
• Interrogate pacemakers and defibrillators and assist with pacemaker clinic operations.
• Support clinic operations through supply ordering and completion of required clinic checks.
• Provide coverage and assistance to other clinics or departments within the Lafayette region as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma with current Louisiana Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; ACLS certification preferred but not required.
• Experience in patient triage, clinical documentation, and direct patient care.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records and clinical workflows.
• Ability to educate patients and families on procedures and care plans.
• Willingness and ability to float to multiple clinic locations and roles within the Lafayette region.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Collaborative, flexible, and patient-focused approach to care.