Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

St. Joseph Hospice; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Company stock at no cost

Generous PTO

Disability coverage

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

St. Joseph Hospice in Shreveport, LA is hiring for full-time Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to provide nursing and supportive care under the direction of the RN.

Qualifications include a current Louisiana LPN license, 2–3 years of LPN experience, CPR certification, and reliable transportation. Hospice experience is preferred, with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits including ESOP.

Qualifications

• Current Louisiana Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license
• 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

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Reliable transportation

Driver's license

Time management

Education

Louisiana LPN license

CPR Certification

Job description

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