Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

The Carpenter Health Network; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Disability coverage

Generous PTO

Job summary

St. Joseph Hospice in Lake Charles, LA is hiring a Full-Time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). You will provide nursing and supportive care under the direction of an RN, coordinating with physicians and the hospice team to ensure high-quality patient care.

We offer an ESOP stock ownership plan and generous benefits, including disability coverage and PTO. If you are a dedicated LPN with patient-centered focus, join our team today.

Qualifications

• Current Louisiana LPN license is required.
• CPR certification is required.
• Minimum 2–3 years as an LPN.

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing and supportive care under the direction of the RN.
• Communicates with physicians and hospice team to coordinate patient care.
• Documents services provided on required forms and tracks patient condition.

Education

Louisiana Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Job description

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

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
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – company-paid ownership benefit
• Competitive pay with increased earning potential
• Short-term & long-term disability coverage
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Mileage reimbursement (adjusted for fuel price changes)

All inquiries will be kept confidential. EOE

Make a difference in the lives of others — and your own — with St. Joseph Hospice.