Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

The Carpenter Health Network; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Competitive pay

Health, dental, vision & life

Disability coverage

401(k)

PTO

Mileage reimbursement

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

St. Joseph Hospice in Lake Charles, LA is hiring full-time Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) to join our patient‑focused team.

We offer benefits including ESOP and competitive pay, along with health, dental, vision, and life insurance, disability coverage, a 401(k), generous PTO, and mileage reimbursement.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing and supportive care per the Interdisciplinary Plan of Care under the RN.
• Communicates with attending physicians and hospice team to coordinate care.
• Documents all services and submits them on appropriate forms.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid hospice regulations.
• Reports changes in patient condition to RN.
• Exhibits strong time management skills.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Team coordination

Education

Louisiana LPN license

Job description

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

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