Licensed Practical Nurse Floater
Company: David Raines Community Health Center
Location: Shreveport
Posted on: February 19, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description David Raines Community Health
Centers is looking for passionate, qualified applicants to join our
team! The Licensed Practical Nurse Floater provides basic and
skilled nursing care to the patients under the direction of the RN,
NP or Physician. The LPN utilizes observational skills and reports
pertinent patient symptoms and/or changes in conditions to the
provider. The LPN maintain proper patient records and assist in
education patients on medications, treatment, etc. The LPN may
assist with emergency medical situations. The LPN assists with
medical management duties such as, but not limited to, working up
charts, maintaining adequate supplies and maintaining a clean
organized, safe environment. Working Experience Requirements:
Obtains vital signs, weight, and other measurements. Instructs and
assists patients in collection of specimens as ordered; tested
specimens if required, such as urine pregnancy test, and urine
dipstick, hematocrits, and blood glucose. Informs Physician of any
patients having urgent care needs. Observes changes in patient's
condition and reports to supervisor or physician when indicated.
Intervenes in instituting or assisting in emergency. Checks charts
for completeness prior to physician seeing patient; assists in
ensuring lab and other diagnostic test results are in medical
records. Prepares patient for examination or procedures. Prepares
and administers oral, intramuscular, and subcutaneous medications
according to physician's order and clinic policy. Ensures the
environment is clean and neat providing comfort and safety to the
patient. Reports equipment malfunctions to Clinical Services
Director. Collects necessary equipment/supplies, checking operation
of equipment prior to beginning procedures. Transcribes physician's
orders and records pertinent information on patient's medical
records. Provides patient education for diagnostic test preparation
and for patients requiring special home health care. Assists in
ordering supplies; is careful not to overstock or be indiscriminate
in using supplies. Properly disposes of contaminated sharps and
trash. Cleans and checks refrigerator temperatures as assigned.
Prepares exam and treatment rooms for the next day. Must be able to
work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.
Assists in performing clerical duties as needed.
Education/Experience Requirements: Graduate from an accredited
school of practical nursing. License Licensed Practical/Vocational
Nurse credentialed from the Louisiana Board of Nursing. Minimum two
years of experience as an LPN. Experience with electronic health
records required, preferably NextGen or similar EHS. Preferred FQHC
or Healthcare experience. Must have a current BLS/CPR credentialed
from the American Heart Associate (AHA). WHAT WE OFFER? We offer 11
paid holidays each year, paid time off and extended leave days,
discounted services, loan repayment options and continuing
education days to name a few. Eligibility for all benefits is based
on position and job classification. WHO WE ARE? DRCHC exist to
provide quality, accessible, affordable and comprehensive health
care services to all. We have six center locations and seventeen
school based facilities in five cities throughout Northwest
Louisiana and corporate headquarters in Shreveport. DRCHC has a
licensed patient pharmacy and a state approved Medicaid application
center. We even offer transportation for medical and dental
appointments. Our staff work as a team to ensure the mission,
vision and purpose of DRCHC is achieved daily. All
applications/resumes are accepted online via www.davidraineschc.org
or any of the external posting site such as Glassdoor or
indeed.
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