Licensed Practical Nurse--1 (Part Time WAE)

State of Louisiana
Jackson, LA


The mission of the Louisiana Veterans Homes is primarily to serve the Veteran population of Louisiana through the provision of medical, restorative, and rehabilitative services in an atmosphere of respect and compassion. The primary objective of our 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.
The Louisiana Veterans Homes, located in Jackson, La., is seeking dependable and caringLicensed Practical Nurses 1to join our team. This role is vital to ensure the care of our veterans.If you’re passionate about guiding a healthcare team and making a meaningful impact forLouisiana’s veterans, this healthcare role at the Jackson, Louisiana Veterans Home iswaiting for you. Apply today and be part of a team that honors service through care.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:
  • Provide essential, hands-on patient care.
  • Monitor vital signs.
  • Manage basic equipment to ensure patient comfort.
  • Inserting catheters & collecting laboratory specimens

Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Classified WAE Appointment (not to exceed 1,245 hours in a 12-month period)

Compensation: This position offers $28.00 hourly plus shift differential pay, with rates varying based on shift, day, and holiday schedules.

**Note regarding the advertised pay range:The advertised maximum amount listed is the maximum salary a person can make while in this title/level over their career, andnotthe maximum amount we are allowed to pay a new hire.


How To Apply:

No Civil Service testscore is requiredin 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 notbeaccepted 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:

Adrianne Bergeron,

Home Human Resources Specialist

Louisiana Veterans Home

4739 Hwy 10

Jackson la. 70748

(225) 634-4349

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

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