Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

The Carpenter Health Network; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Competitive pay

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k)

PTO

Cell phone allowance

Mileage reimbursement

Career advancement

Job summary

St. Joseph Hospice in Covington, LA is hiring a Full-Time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Join a care team committed to patient-focused hospice services, with an ESOP and a strong benefits package.

Qualified candidates hold a Louisiana LPN license, have 2–3 years of LPN experience, CPR certification, and reliable transportation. Hospice experience is preferred. Duties include under RN supervision, coordination with the team, documentation, and Medicare/Medicaid knowledge.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Louisiana LPN license.
• 2–3 years of LPN experience.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license and car insurance.
• Hospice experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing and supportive care per Interdisciplinary Plan of Care under RN supervision.
• Communicate with physicians, hospice team, and agencies to coordinate patient care.
• Document all services on appropriate forms.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid hospice benefits.
• Report changes in patient condition to RN.
• Manage time effectively.

Skills

LPN license

CPR certification

Driver’s license

Car insurance

Hospice experience

Job description

St. Joseph Hospice is hiring for Full-Time Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) in Covington, LA!

Why Join Us?

At St. Joseph Hospice, we invest in our people through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) — a unique benefit that makes you a true employee-owner.

As part of our team, you’ll receive company stock at no cost to you, with benefits that include:

• Building long-term wealth for your future
• Enjoying a retirement benefit you don’t pay for
• Sharing directly in the success you help create every day

Qualifications

• Current Louisiana Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license required
• Minimum of 2-3 years as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Current CPR certification required
• Have dependable transportation, driver’s license, and car insurance
• Previous Hospice experience preferred

Job Duties

• Provides nursing and supportive care in accordance with the Interdisciplinary Plan of Care, under the direction of the RN.
• Communicates with the attending physicians, other hospice team members, and other agencies as needed to coordinate optimal care and use of community resources for the patient/family
• Document all services provided and submit them on appropriate forms.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid regulations for hospice benefits.
• Report changes in patient condition and needs to RN
• Great time management skills

Full-Time Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – company-paid ownership benefit
• Competitive pay with increased earning potential
• Health, dental, vision & life insurance
• Short-term & long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Cell phone allowance
• Mileage reimbursement (adjusted for fuel price changes)
• Career advancement opportunities

All inquiries will be kept confidential. EOE