Practical Nurse - Licensed, 1-3 (LPN 1/2/3)

Nunez Community College; Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Veterans Homes in Monroe, LA is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse to provide quality nursing care to residents at the Northeast Louisiana Veterans Home. You will implement portions of the care plan, administer medications, monitor residents, and document in medical records under supervision.

This position offers a day shift with competitive starting rates and shift differentials. A current Louisiana LPN license or multi-state license via NLC/eNLC is required;

Qualifications

• Active Louisiana Practical Nurse license or multi-state NLC/eNLC license.
• Ability to observe and report changes in residents' condition.
• Competence in medication administration and nursing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Observe residents for changes in physical or mental status and report significant changes.
• Prepare and administer medications and treatments per policy.
• Transcribe orders and document patient condition in medical records.
• Apply dressings and other treatments and document procedures.

Skills

LPN license

Medication administration

Patient care

Observation skills

Education

Louisiana LPN license

Job description

The mission of the Louisiana Veterans Homes is to primarily serve the Veterans' population of Louisiana through the provision of medical, restorative, and rehabilitative services in an atmosphere of respect and compassion. The primary objective of the home is to provide quality nursing care to eligible veterans with the ultimate goal of returning the veterans to the highest possible levels of physical and mental capacity.

We’re looking for a compassionate and reliable Licensed Practical Nurse to provide quality nursing care to residents in stable and predictable conditions at Northeast Louisiana Veterans Home in accordance with the Professional Nurses Practice Act.

As an LPN, you will implement selective aspects of the nursing care plan, i.e., comfort, hygiene, safety measures, nutrition, etc., under progressively more generalized supervision from a Registered Nurse or Practical Nurse of a higher level.

Join our dedicated team in serving 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.

Job Duties

• Observe residents for changes in physical status, mental status, or behavior and report significant changes.
• Prepare and administer medication and treatments in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Transcribe physicians' orders and record medication and the patient's condition in the medical records.
• Apply dressings, ointments, and other treatments as ordered and document the procedure.

Position-specific Details

Appointment Type

Probational or Job Appointment

Location

This position is located in the Nursing Department of the Northeast LA Veterans Home in Monroe, Louisiana.

Career Progression

This position may be filled as an LPN 1, 2, or 3

Work Schedule

Day Shift (6:45a-7:15p)

Compensation

Special Entrance Rate:
Practical Nurse - Licensed, 1 is $19.48
Practical Nurse - Licensed, 2 is $20.84
Practical Nurse - Licensed, 3 is $22.30

Premium Pay (per HOUR physically worked): $7.00 work incentive pay upon hire.

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

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

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