PRACTICAL NURSE--LICENSED, 3/WAE/PRN
About The Position
The mission of the Louisiana Veterans Home 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 them to the highest possible levels of physical and mental capacity. Join a team dedicated to serving those who served. The Southwest Louisiana Veterans Home is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse 3 to aid nursing staff in providing high-quality care to our honored veterans. This WAE-PRN government position. offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day. Apply today and be a part of something bigger. Serve those who served.
Requirements
- 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 plus two years of experience as a licensed practical nurse.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and administer medications and treatments as ordered.
- Observe residents for changes in physical, mental and/or behavior status and report significant changes to the Supervisor and Physician.
- Transcribe physicians' orders, carry out physicians' orders, document in residents' medical records, obtain specimens for laboratory testing, and provide residents assistance with activities of daily living as needed.
Benefits
- This position is eligible for retention pay (per hour worked) and shift differential.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
