LPN Endoscopy Technician - Ochsner Baton Rouge

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This job provides direct care to patients within the framework of the LPN Act under supervision of a registered nurse. Assists other members of the healthcare team in providing the highest quality of personalized patient care. Assists and collects bodily fluid specimens during endoscopic exams and procedures. Ensures appropriate handling and maintenance of equipment and supplies.

Required - Graduate of accredited licensed practical nurse (LPN) program.

• 2 years of experience with advanced therapeutic endoscopy procedures
• certification in related area

Required - Current licensed practical nurse (LPN) license in state of practice.

Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association.

• Working knowledge of radiation safety and image storage guidelines.
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability) and travel throughout and between facilities.

• Effectively uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient care through data gathering, planning and evaluation.
• Assists with procedures, biopsies and specimen collection.
• Ensures cleanliness and/disinfection of endoscopes and other pertinent equipment while maintaining quality control measures.
• Assists in the evaluation of progress toward expected outcomes on an ongoing basis and provides input in the revision of the plan of care.
• Provides care based on specific holistic age appropriate needs of patients served.
• Delegates and assigns appropriate task to unlicensed team members appropriately and within the scope of practice.
• Safely administers medication and prescribed therapies utilizing appropriate reference materials.
• Effectively adapts to change in a positive manner throughout the day as needs of the unit/department change.
• Prioritizes and implements nursing interventions to promote optimal outcomes.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Performs other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following:
Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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