Lead RN (WAE) – Veterans Home, Charge Nurse

Nunez Community College; Jackson (LA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Veterans Homes in Jackson, LA, invites you to join as a WAE-RN, leading a healthcare team and delivering compassionate veteran care. This leadership role combines clinical excellence with management duties to ensure high-quality nursing services for eligible veterans.

Applicants must hold a current Louisiana RN license (or temporary permit) and meet NLC/eNLC eligibility. The official job specs can be found via the State Civil Service.

Qualifications

• Active Louisiana RN license or valid permit.
• Eligibility for Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC/eNLC).
• Experience in hospital or long-term care leadership preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains records of employees' schedules and performance.
• Evaluates patient care practices.
• Serves as charge nurse.
• Schedule staff.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical nursing

Staff coordination

Communication

Education

RN license (Louisiana)

NLC/eNLC multi-state license

Job description

Louisiana Veterans Homes in Jackson, LA, invites you to join as a WAE-RN, leading a healthcare team and delivering compassionate veteran care. This leadership role combines clinical excellence with management duties to ensure high-quality nursing services for eligible veterans.

Applicants must hold a current Louisiana RN license (or temporary permit) and meet NLC/eNLC eligibility. The official job specs can be found via the State Civil Service.