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Education
Required -Graduate of acredited LPN Program. Must pass NLN Exam.
Work Experience
Required -2 yearsexperience and demonstrated proficiency with advanced therapeutic endoscopy procedures with working knowledge of radiation safety and image storage guidelines or certification in related area or Certification obtained through: SGNA, IAHCSMM or CBSPD required. Completion of IV therapy credentials required.
Certifications
Required -Current LPN License in the state of practice
Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association
Preferred - Certification obtained through: SGNA, IAHCSMM or CBSPD
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
Job Duties
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.
Ochsner 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.
Physical and Environmental Demands
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.
Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.
The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases.