Job Abstract

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

Work Shift: 7pm-7am

Summary of the Job:
The LPN position is responsible for the coordination of clinical activities of a group of assigned patients.  Activities include, but are not limited to, use of the nursing process in the utilization of skills in organization, planning, implementing, evaluating, and providing care as it relates to the specific needs of the patient.   The LPN works within the framework of the State LPN Practice Act and complies with hospital and nursing standards in the performance of job duties and responsibilities.  The LPN will support the goals and objectives of the department and of the hospital. The nursing staff within Children’s Services areas are required to float among units within the hospital.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Successfully completed Board Certified Nursing Program
• Current Louisiana LPN Licensure
• IV Therapy certification required
• Current BLS certification through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to:  Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association and American Red Cross.  The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off.
• Current PALS certification required within 30 days of hire. Current NRP certification required within 6 months of hire. May be obtained through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to:  Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association and American Red Cross.  The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off.
• CPI certification required within 6 months of hire
• Demonstrated communication, time management and organizational skills required. 
• Must have typing and computer skills, knowledge of medical terminology, and be able to perform detail-oriented tasks.

?Physical Demands:

Must possess good physical health.  Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time.  Lifting at least 50 pounds is required.  Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.
Physical Effort required:        

Constant (67%-100%) - seeing
Frequently (34%-66%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, talking, handling/feeling, hearing
Occasionally (1%-33%) – stooping, climbing (stairs, ladders, etc), crouching

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.