PRACTICAL NURSE 1, 2 OR 3

Nunez Community College; Reserve (NM); On-site; USD 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Premium pay

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs Southeast Louisiana Veterans Home in Reserve, LA is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse to oversee nursing care and lead CNAs. You will implement care plans, administer medications, and participate in quality assurance to ensure resident safety and high standards of care.

This probationary appointment offers shift differential, competitive pay, and opportunities to contribute to compassionate, professional nursing across a 156-bed LTC facility.

Qualifications

• Current Louisiana LPN license, a temporary permit, or a multi-state license issued by NLC/eNLC state.
• Experience leading nursing staff and coordinating care.
• Ability to administer medications and collect lab specimens when needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversees nursing operations across shifts in a 156-bed long-term care facility.
• Leads and evaluates nursing staff performance; provides feedback to RN Supervisor.
• Conducts quality assurance audits and staff in-services to improve care delivery.
• Investigates and reports resident complaints; coordinates corrective actions with RN Supervisor.
• Admission, discharge, and exchange of shift reports.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Staff supervision

Quality assurance

Conflict resolution

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Job description

Our mission of the Louisiana Veterans Homes is to serve the Veteran population of Louisiana through the provision of medical, nursing, restorative and rehabilitative services in an atmosphere of respect and compassion, and provide services.

Join the State of Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs at the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Home,where you'll step into a role as a License Practical Nurse that combines clinical excellence with genuine care for those who served. You'll be the lead worker over CNA's, implement care plans, administer medication, and gather specimens for lab work.

Possession of a current Louisiana Practical Nurse license, a temporary permit, or a multi-state license issued by a Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC/eNLC) state.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties

• Nursing operations during the 7 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. or 7:00 P.M. TO 7:30 A.M. shifts, including oversight of a care unit, ensuring coverage and high-quality resident care in a 156-bed long-term care facility.
• Leads and evaluates nursing staff performance, provides feedback to the RN Supervisor, recommends disciplinary actions when needed, and conflict resolution.
• Conducts Quality Assurance audits and staff in-services, promoting continuous improvement in nursing care delivery and adherence to policy and procedure standards.
• Investigates and reports resident complaints and incidents, recommending corrective actions and collaborating with RN Supervisor to ensure coordinated care and resident safety.
• Admission, admits and discharges patients, receives and gives change of shift reports.

Position-Specific Details

Appointment Type: Probational

Compensation: Special Entrance Rate: LPN 1- $1558.40 BI-WEEKLY/$19.48 PER HOUR; LPN 2- $1667.20 BI-WEEKLY/$20.84 PER HOUR; LPN 3- $1784.00 BI-WEEKLY/$22.30 PER HOUR

Premium Pay: $7.00/HR - Worked Hours Only

Shift Differential: This position qualifies for shift differentials, with rates varying based on shift time, day of the week, and holidays.

No Civil Service testscores required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

*Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information

CATHY W. SULLIVAN

HUMAN RESOURCES/SOUTHEAST LA VETERANS HOME

4080 WEST AIRLINE Highway, Reserve, LA 70084

985-479-4080