
Your job is more than a job. Why a Great Place to Work: You’re more than your job. Everyone is. And that’s what makes you great at your job—all the little extras you bring to work every day, the things that make you you . At LCMC Health we value those things about you, because we know that all those little extras add up to extraordinary. And we’ve built a culture that supports and celebrates the extraordinary. You’ll see it when you come to work here, in the spirit of our places and the faces of our people. And every patient we heal, every family we comfort, every life we improve is the outcome of countless little extras adding up to an extraordinary result. Join LCMC Health, and you’ll find that our everyday makes it easy to live your extraordinary. Essential Function s: The LPN Acute Care provides patient care to an assigned group of patients according to the multidisciplinary plan of care. Works with the patients under the direction of an RN. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to acutely ill patients with cardiac, medical, surgical and post critical care needs. Typical direct care patients include those who are at minimal-to-moderate risk and to a large extent care is routine, standardized and outcomes are predictable . Facilitates and maintains a safe environment for patients and others: Performs the priority technical skills/procedures required by the area/department/assignment safely, effectively, efficiently and legally . Utilizes the nursing process to deliver patient care : Establishes and/or revises priority for patient care activities based on acuity of needs, resource availability, patient preference and other departmental needs . Demonstrates problem recognition and management in response to data indicating potential risk to individual's health, initiates action to correct, reduce or prevent the risk . Gives a rationale for actions or decisions based on scientific principles, successful experience, intuition and/or standards of practice . Contributes to the development of a plan of care for assigned patients . Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to identify actions to improve patient care: Seeks supervision, consultation and assistance when unable to perform effectively or independently . Uses interpersonal-communication strategies with individuals that are intended to achieve desirable and acceptable outcomes and a perception of satisfaction by those involved . Uses internal and/or external resources to resolve and prevent problems that cannot be managed independently . Facilitates continuity of care : Initiates and/or maintains interventions to assure continuity of safe and effective care of patients including medication management and patient education . Complies with established hospital, departmental and personnel policies . Maintains documentation consistent with established guidelines . Delegation : Delegates safely and appropriately to other teams' members to accomplish direct patient care. Support activities based on acuity and complexity of activity, competency of recipient, ability to supervise and scope of practice . Job Qualifications: Education: Required: Graduate of an accredited LPN program/school Experience: Preferred: Experience in ambulatory care. License/Certification: Required: Licensed Practical Nurse Basic Life Support-HCP The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities . LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary . WORK SHIFT: Days (United States of America) LCMC Health is a community. Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little “come on in” attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health’s culture of everyday extraordinary About University Medical Center University Medical Center, a world class academic medical center in LCMC Health’s incredible community of care, is the largest medical training center for healthcare professionals in Louisiana and has long served as the region’s safety net hospital for poor and underserved communities for 300+. Learn more about University Medical Center’s legacy and our vision of becoming the epicenter of medical care, education, and research. Your extras Deliver healthcare with heart. Give people a reason to smile. Put a little love in your work. Be honest and real, but with compassion. Bring some lagniappe into everything you do. Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care. See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective. Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other. Love what makes you, you - because we do You are welcome here. LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Simple things make the difference. 1. To get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information. 2. To ensure quality care and service, we may use information on your application to verify your previous employment and background. 3. To keep our career applications up-to-date, applications are inactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new application for employment to be completed. 4. To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States. 
Your job is more than a job. Nurse Practitioner - Bone Marrow Transplant / Cell Therapy Department: Cellular Therapy / Bone Marrow Transplant Schedule: Full-Time Location: University Medical Center – New Orleans About the Opportunity We are expanding our advanced oncology services with the development of a comprehensive Cellular Therapy and Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) Program—a critical step in strengthening our institutional readiness for National Cancer Institute (NCI) designation. As a key clinical leader in this growth, the Nurse Practitioner (NP) will play an essential role in building the clinical infrastructure, patient care continuity, and multidisciplinary coordination required for a mature academic cancer program. High-quality hematopoietic stem cell transplantation services are a cornerstone of NCI‑designated cancer centers. This role directly supports program excellence by ensuring continuity of care, strengthening clinical depth, and advancing the patient experience across the entire transplant journey. Role Summary The Nurse Practitioner will serve as a dedicated provider within the Cellular Therapy/BMT service line, delivering highly specialized care across a complex continuum—from pre‑transplant evaluation through long‑term survivorship. The NP will collaborate closely with transplant physicians, infusion teams, research staff, and multidisciplinary clinical partners to ensure safe, coordinated, and evidence‑based care for all BMT and cellular therapy patients. Key Responsibilities Provide comprehensive outpatient care to patients undergoing hematopoietic stem cell transplantation and cellular therapy. Conduct pre‑transplant evaluations, manage post‑transplant follow‑up, and monitor for both acute and long‑term complications. Support donor coordination, patient education, and care navigation in partnership with the transplant team. Manage chronic graft‑versus‑host disease, immunosuppression protocols, infectious risk monitoring, and survivorship plans. Collaborate with inpatient teams to ensure seamless transitions of care. Participate in care pathways, quality initiatives, and clinical protocols that support program growth and NCI‑aligned standards. Work collaboratively with research and clinical trial teams to support translational and cellular therapy initiatives. Provide ongoing patient and family education to enhance understanding, preparedness, and engagement throughout the transplant process. Maintain meticulous clinical documentation and adherence to regulatory and accreditation standards. Qualifications Required: Master’s or Doctoral degree as a Nurse Practitioner. Active Louisiana APRN license (or eligibility). Registered Nursing License (RN) from the Louisiana State Board of Nursing Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in hematology/oncology, transplant medicine, or another high‑acuity specialty. Demonstrated ability to work within a multidisciplinary team in a complex clinical environment. Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from American Heart Association Preferred: Prior experience in bone marrow transplant, cellular therapy, or immunotherapy. Oncology or Acute Care NP certification. Experience in academic medical centers or programs with strong research integration. Who Thrives in This Role This role is ideal for a clinically skilled, highly motivated NP who excels in complex oncology care and values being part of a program-building initiative. You bring strong critical‑thinking skills, compassion for patients navigating life‑changing therapies, and a commitment to advancing excellence in cancer care. WORK SHIFT: Days (United States of America) LCMC Health is a community. Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little “come on in” attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health’s culture of everyday extraordinary About University Medical Center University Medical Center, a world class academic medical center in LCMC Health’s incredible community of care, is the largest medical training center for healthcare professionals in Louisiana and has long served as the region’s safety net hospital for poor and underserved communities for 300+. Learn more about University Medical Center’s legacy and our vision of becoming the epicenter of medical care, education, and research. Your extras Deliver healthcare with heart. Give people a reason to smile. Put a little love in your work. Be honest and real, but with compassion. Bring some lagniappe into everything you do. Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care. See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective. Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other. Love what makes you, you - because we do You are welcome here. LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Simple things make the difference. 1. To get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information. 2. To ensure quality care and service, we may use information on your application to verify your previous employment and background. 3. To keep our career applications up-to-date, applications are inactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new application for employment to be completed. 4. To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States. 
Your job is more than a job. Nurse Practitioner - LVAD Coordinator, Heart & Lung Transplant Program East Jefferson General Hospital LCMC Health | Metairie, LA Help Advance Life-Saving Heart Failure and Transplant Care LCMC Health is seeking a compassionate and highly skilled Nurse Practitioner (NP) - LVAD Coordinator to join our growing Heart & Lung Transplant Program . In this advanced practice role, you will serve as a clinical leader and expert resource for patients requiring mechanical circulatory support, working alongside cardiologists, transplant specialists, surgeons, and an interdisciplinary team dedicated to delivering exceptional outcomes. This is a unique opportunity to directly impact the lives of patients with advanced heart failure through education, care coordination, clinical management, and program development within a leading cardiovascular service line. What You'll Do As the LVAD Coordinator, you will provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient management for patients receiving ventricular assist device (VAD) therapy while serving as a key clinical and operational leader for the program. Key Responsibilities Coordinate and manage care for LVAD candidates and recipients across the continuum of care. Assess, diagnose, treat, prescribe, and monitor patients in both clinic and hospital settings. Serve as the primary educator for patients and caregivers, ensuring successful adaptation to life with a ventricular assist device. Collaborate closely with heart failure and transplant cardiologists, surgeons, nurses, engineers, rehabilitation specialists, and community providers. Lead patient care planning, discharge coordination, and long-term follow-up. Participate in VAD emergency call coverage and provide expert clinical guidance during urgent situations. Support program growth through protocol development, quality initiatives, certification activities, and outcomes analysis. Mentor and provide leadership to VAD coordinators and support team members. Develop and maintain relationships with referring physicians, EMS agencies, rehabilitation facilities, industry partners, and regional healthcare organizations. Participate in community outreach, professional organizations, and ongoing cardiovascular education initiatives. What We're Looking For Minimum Qualifications Master's or Doctoral Degree as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant. Current Louisiana Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist, or Physician Assistant license with prescriptive authority. Current BLS and ACLS certifications. Preferred Qualifications 3-5 years of cardiac nursing or advanced practice experience. Experience in Heart Failure, LVAD, mechanical circulatory support, transplant, or cardiovascular critical care. Board certification in a related specialty. Specialty certifications such as: CHFN VAD-C Cardiac/Vascular Nursing (ANCC) CSC HF-Cert CCKE Ideal Candidate We're looking for a clinician who combines advanced cardiovascular knowledge with exceptional communication and leadership skills. The ideal candidate will have: A passion for caring for complex heart failure and transplant patients. Strong critical thinking and clinical decision-making abilities. Experience managing complex medication regimens and coordinating multidisciplinary care. Excellent patient education and caregiver support skills. A commitment to quality improvement, evidence-based practice, and program excellence. The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while balancing multiple priorities. Strong analytical, presentation, and relationship-building skills. Be part of a team that's transforming lives through advanced heart failure, VAD, and transplant care. Apply today. WORK SHIFT: Variable Hours (United States of America) LCMC Health is a community. Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little “come on in” attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health’s culture of everyday extraordinary About East Jefferson General Hospital East Jefferson General Hospital, a landmark of LCMC Health’s incredible community of care, has been the go-to hospital for health, wellness, and one-of-a-kind care in East Jefferson Parish for over 50 years. And we’re only beginning to realize our greatest potential. Learn more about East Jefferson General Hospital and our legacy, our future, and our national recognition as a Nurse Magnet Hospital. Your extras Deliver healthcare with heart. Give people a reason to smile. Put a little love in your work. Be honest and real, but with compassion. Bring some lagniappe into everything you do. Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care. See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective. Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other. Love what makes you, you - because we do You are welcome here. LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Simple things make the difference. 1. To get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information. 2. To ensure quality care and service, we may use information on your application to verify your previous employment and background. 3. To keep our career applications up-to-date, applications are inactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new application for employment to be completed. 4. To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States. 
Your job is more than a job. Why a Great Place to Work At LCMC Health We help you to lean into your calling by leaning in with you, ensuring you have the resources to do your job as only you can. And that begins with receiving the support you need to thrive and grow, which looks different for each person. Living out our commitment to inclusion requires providing benefits that are as diverse and unique as our workforce. It’s a responsibility we take seriously. Because we don’t just serve the New Orleans community—we’re at the beating heart of it. Whether by offering community health services or making medical innovations more accessible, LCMC Health is bringing a culture of wellness to the communities that matter to you. When you know you’re making an authentic impact, you give a little extra to every day— as a person, with your team, in your community—and that’s one of the reasons why you’ll be a perfect fit at LCMC Health, where giving a little something extra is at the heart of everything we do. GENERAL DUTIES Clinical skills: - Participates in the care of patients under the supervision and in collaboration with other members of the healthcare team. - Measures and records appropriate vital signs based on departmental policy and patient age. Identifies abnormal values based on age and developmental level and reports findings to the appropriate medical provider. - Participates in clinic flow, including but not limited to assisting with patient arrival to the clinic, assisting in and performing patient procedures, scheduling new and follow-up patient appointments, facilitating a smooth patient exit from clinic. - Prepares patients for examination, treatment and/or procedures. - Observes patients for signs and symptoms of abuse/neglect and reports in accordance with policy. - Recognizes emergencies and responds appropriately in adherence to organizational policy and procedure. - Performs non-complex procedures, according to clinic policy and documented competency, such as simple dressing changes. - Provides for comfort needs of patients with consideration of age and special needs. - Handles clinic equipment, including preparation of equipment, testing of equipment for safety prior to use on patient, cleaning and disinfecting of equipment according to hospital policy. - Administers prescribed medication and/or vaccinations via ordered route in accordance with department policy. - Properly collects, prepares, and secures specimens for point of care clinic testing and/or transport when necessary. Performs point of care testing per Laboratory Point of Care Testing Manual Guidelines. - Maintains medication inventory and demonstrates proper disposal of expired medications. Stores medications according to department policy and ensures medication safety when using multi-dose vials and containers. Maintains refrigerator/freezer monitoring logs to ensure proper storage environment for all medications and vaccines. Documentation: - Documents clinical tasks, testing and procedures. Documents appropriately in the patient medical record according to established departmental guidelines. Completes proper paperwork including documentation of waived testing quality control procedures. - Maintains privacy of patient personal health information by ensuring computer screens are secure in the absence of medical/nursing/clinical staff. - Navigates Electronic Medical Record to obtain laboratory and radiology results, medical records, update patient demographic data and schedule follow-up appointments. - Prepares safety reports when warranted or as directed by the clinic manager/designee. Professionalism and support: - Consults and keeps clinic manager informed of clinic activities, requirements and problems. - Maintains strict patient confidentiality. Safety and infection control standards: - Assists with compliance to safety, environmental, infection control, quality improvement and other regulatory standards. - Implements standard and transmission-based precautions as per policy. - Ensures patient safety during clinic visits as per policy. - Maintains a clean clinic working environment. - Reports any safety hazards or violations in patient or clinic environment to clinic manager or designee. - Participates in quality improvement Process, QAPI projects and EOC Rounds. Clerical support: - Participates in the clinic preparation process by gathering appropriate clinical documentation for review by the medical provider/ licensed practitioner. - Uses equipment including computers, printers, scanners and fax machines. Scans outside correspondence into the appropriate area of the electronic medical record. - Obtains medical records from outside facilities when needed or requested by medical provider. - Answers the telephone and routes calls promptly to the appropriate person. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS BLS Healthcare Provider Certification from the American Heart Association. Licensed to practice as an LPN in Louisiana. WORK SHIFT: Days (United States of America) LCMC Health is a community. Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little “come on in” attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health’s culture of everyday extraordinary Children’s Hospital, at the heart of LCMC Health’s incredible community of care, has been the go-to hospital for expert children’s health, wellness, and one-of-a-kind care in Louisiana and the Gulf Coast. Learn more about Children’s Hospital’s 40+ specialties and our national ranking by U.S. News & World Report as a Best Children's Hospital Your extras Deliver healthcare with heart. Give people a reason to smile. Put a little love in your work. Be honest and real, but with compassion. Bring some lagniappe into everything you do. Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care. See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective. Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other. Love what makes you, you - because we do You are welcome here. LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Simple things make the difference. 1. To get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information. 2. To ensure quality care and service, we may use information on your application to verify your previous employment and background. 3. To keep our career applications up-to-date, applications are inactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new application for employment to be completed. 4. To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States. 
Your job is more than a job. While weekends and holidays are all yours, because you’re part of a very specialized calling, you understand that cath lab nursing requires emergent on-call. That means when duty calls, you answer. When it comes to matters of the heart, you live and give your extraordinary without hesitation. That’s what we love about you. Your experiences, knowledge, skills, empathy, compassion, and your “little something extra” all add up to you. And we’re excited to get to know you and find out what you’ll bring to this critical nursing role. Your Everyday Take the lead: prioritizing, coordinating, and delegating all care touchpoints for your patients. Explain procedure to patient and family as appropriate. Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members and work alongside physicians to ensure excellent patient care and outcomes. Maintain and advocate a safe environment for everyone. Monitor and engage with your patients, families, and appropriate care team members concerning significant events, patient condition changes, or patient questions and concerns. Monitor and execute Joint Commission infection control and environment of care. requirements. Ensure continuity of care, efficient throughput, consistent communications, and an exceptional experience for every patient. Advise and consult with supervisor when unable to complete assignments or perform tasks promptly, effectively, or safely. Initiate patient and family education using appropriate resources and continuum of care services. Contribute to the team by assisting others without being asked. The Must-Haves Minimum: Current nursing license to practice in Louisiana and as defined by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing. Current American Heart Association BLS certification. Current ACLS certification. Current PALS certification. Preferred: BSN preferred. Experience in an acute care hospital preferred. WORK SHIFT: Days (United States of America) LCMC Health is a community. Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little “come on in” attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health’s culture of everyday extraordinary Touro Touro, at the forefront of medical excellence within LCMC Health’s incredible community of care, has been regionally recognized for 165 years as one of New Orleans' most enduring healthcare monuments. It’s where babies come from and New Orleanians are cared for. Learn more about Touro and our Leapfrog “Grade A” Hospital Safety distinction Your extras Deliver healthcare with heart. Give people a reason to smile. Put a little love in your work. Be honest and real, but with compassion. Bring some lagniappe into everything you do. Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care. See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective. Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other. Love what makes you, you - because we do You are welcome here. LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Simple things make the difference. 1. To get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information. 2. To ensure quality care and service, we may use information on your application to verify your previous employment and background. 3. To keep our career applications up-to-date, applications are inactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new application for employment to be completed. 4. To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States. Browse All LCMC Health Jobs →