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About This JobThe 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 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 are seeking a dedicated and compassionate LPN to provide basic nursing care to patients/clients in stable conditions and in predictable situations in accordance with the Professional Nurses Practice Act.

Minimum QualificationsPossession 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 SpecificationThe official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here. Job Duties: Job Duties and Other InformationAs a LPN, you will implements 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. In This Role, You Will Also:

Observe patients for changes in physical and/or mental status or behavior and report significant changes. Obtain specimens for laboratory testing as assigned. Take vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure. Administer medication and treatments in accordance with policies and procedures. Transcribe physicians' orders and records medication and patient's condition on patient's charts and other records. Receive and give changes of shift reports. Request stock drugs, medications, and supplies as assigned. Administer CPR in emergency situations. Admit, transfer, and discharge patients. Gather information about patient's past and current physical and mental status.

May administer oral and parenteral medication as prescribed by the physician and documents procedure. Apply dressings, ointments, and other treatments as ordered and documents procedure. Assist physicians with routine examinations and treatments. Bathe, feed, and make patients comfortable. Perform individual and group health teaching as assigned. Position-Specific Details: This position is located in the Nursing Department of the Northeast LA Veterans Home in Monroe, Louisiana. Appointment Type: Probational or Job AppointmentCareer Progression: This position may be filled as a LPN 1, 2, or 3Work Schedule: Day Shift (6: 45a-7: 15p) Night Shift (6: 45p-7: 15a)Compensation:

The Special Entrance Rate for this position is as follows, plus premium pay, and shift differentials (SEE BELOW): Practical Nurse - Licensed, 1 is $19. 48Practical Nurse - Licensed, 2 is $20. 84Practical Nurse - Licensed, 3 is $22. 30PREMIUM PAY (per HOUR Physically Worked): $7. 00 work incentive pay upon hire. SHIFT DIFFERENTIALS (per HOUR Physically Worked): Shift Diff 2nd Shift - $1. 50 Shift Diff 3rd Shift - $3. 00 Weekend/Holiday Shift Diff - $1. 50 Weekend/Holiday Shift Diff 2nd Shift - $3. 00 Weekend/Holiday Shift Diff 3rd Shift - $3. 00Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

How To Apply: No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. 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: For further information about this vacancy contact: Jamaile BurtonHuman Resources AnalystJamaile. Burton@la. govLouisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.

As a State Employee, You Will Earn Competitive Pay, Choose From a Variety Of Benefits, And Have Access To a Great Professional Development Program: Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https: //info. groupbenefits. org/Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leaveMore information can be found at https: //www. civilservice. louisiana. gov/Parental-Leave/Default. aspxHolidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year: New Year's Day Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Mardi Gras, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the GovernorState employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase. Retirement – State Of Louisiana Employees Are Eligible To Participate In Various Retirement Systems (based On The Type Of Appointment And Agency For Which An Employee Works). These Retirement Systems Provide Retirement Allowances And Other Benefits For State Officers And Employees And Their Beneficiaries. State Retirement Systems May Include (but Are Not Limited To): Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www. lasersonline. org).

LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www. trsl. org), Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www. lsers. net), among others01Do you possess a license or temporary permit to practice PRACTICAL NURSING in Louisiana, or a multi-state license issued by a Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC/eNLC) state?YesNo02If you answered YES to the question above give your license number, original issue date, and next renewal date below.

If you answered NO enter NA03Are you a current or former employee of the State of Louisiana?YesNo04If so, for which state agency(ies) do you/did you work and during what time period(s)? If not, indicate "NA". 05Are you a current or former employee of the Northeast Louisiana Veterans Home?YesNo06What shift would you prefer to work?12 hour Day: 6: 45a - 7: 15p12 hour Night: 6: 45p - 7: 15a Required Question