Licensed Practical Nurse (Contract)
LA Health and Rehab•Baton Rouge, LA
•Hybrid
About The Position
LA Health and Rehab Center Inc. (LHRC) is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (Contract) in Baton Rouge, LA to deliver steady, high-impact nursing support in behavioral health settings. This role exists to keep our care safe, organized, and moving forward—especially when patients need calm, consistent clinical follow-through.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program
- LPN license in good standing in Louisiana (or valid compact license)
- Strong communication, empathy, resilience, and teamwork
Responsibilities
- Administer medications as ordered; track effects and report changes
- Take and record vital signs and routine screenings; monitor physical/mental status
- Support admission assessments and discharge preparation
- Assist with treatment plan implementation and therapeutic interventions under supervision
- Participate in de-escalation/crisis intervention to protect patient and staff safety
- Provide patient/family education on medications, treatment, and coping strategies
- Chart accurately and maintain compliant clinical documentation
- Coordinate care with RNs, physicians, clinical director, psychiatrists, psychologists, and social workers
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
