PRACTICAL NURSE LICENSED 1, 2 or 3

Grambling State University; Reserve (NM); On-site; USD 55,793,000 - 64,058,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay $7/hr

Shift differential

Job summary

Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs at the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Home is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to serve as a lead over CNAs, implement care plans, administer medications, and perform lab specimen collection in a 156-bed long-term care facility.

Position offers LPN1/LPN2/LPN3 classifications with bi-weekly pay and shift differentials. Work schedule requires rotating days and some weekends/holidays, with opportunities for premium pay based on hours worked.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse license required.
• Experience in long-term care preferred.
• Ability to lead and supervise nursing staff.

Responsibilities

• Nursing operations during 7 a.m.–7:30 p.m. or 7 p.m.–7:30 a.m. shifts.
• Leads and evaluates nursing staff performance.
• Conducts QA audits and staff in-services.
• Investigates and reports resident complaints and incidents.
• Admissions/discharges and shift-report handling.

Skills

Nursing operations

Staff supervision

Quality Assurance

Investigation & reporting

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse license (Louisiana)

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.

This position serves as a lead worker over CNA's, implement care plans, administers medication, and specimens for lab work.

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 1, 2, or 3 that combines clinical excellence with genuine care for those who served.

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.

Work Schedule: Hours are from Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. or 7:00 p.m.-7:30 a.m. to include some weekends and holidays, along with shift work.

Contact Information

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Name of Contact Person - CATHY W. SULLIVAN

Agency/Department Name - HUMAN RESOURCES/SOUTHEAST LA VETERANS HOME

Mailing Address - 4080 WEST AIRLINE Highway, Reserve, LA 70084

Phone Number - 985-479-4080

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.