LPN Other
State of Louisiana

Practical Nurse Licensed 1, 2, or 3

State of Louisiana Baton Rouge, LA 70802, US
$19.48 / hour



Villa Feliciana Medical Complex (VFMC), nestled in the heart of East Feliciana Parish in Jackson, Louisiana, invites dedicated healthcare professionals to join our team. We provide compassionate, high-quality services to individuals living with chronic diseases, disabilities, terminal illnesses, and infectious conditions such as HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis. Our goal is to create a homelike, safe environment where every patient receives personalized care designed to improve their quality of life.

We're seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse to deliver skilled, hands-on care to patients with complex medical needs. If you thrive in a team-oriented environment and are committed to making a positive impact, we encourage you to apply.

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:
  • Make rounds, assessing patients’ condition with appropriate follow-up. Make rounds with physicians, accurately transcribing and implementing orders. Assist with physical exams and other procedures as needed.
  • Preparation, administration, and documentation of all medications, treatments, and IV therapy as ordered.
  • Documentation of various reports, nurses’ notes/medical records as required and necessary.
  • Initiate First Aid/CPR in emergencies.
  • Performs all other related duties as required in order to maintain the smooth operation of the Nursing Services Department and Villa Feliciana Medical Complex.

Position-Specific Details:
Location: This vacancy is located in the Nursing Department of LDH/OAAS/Villa Feliciana Medical Complex, Jackson, Louisiana. 
Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Detail to Special Duty
Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Licensed Practical Nurse 1, 2, or 3
Work Schedule: 12 hours with rotating weekends. The shifts are 5:45 am - 6:15 pm or 5:45 pm - 6:15 am.
Compensation: The Practical Nurse Licensed 1 offers a Special Entrance Rate of $19.48 hourly, along with premium pay of up to $15.00 per hour worked. This is the minimum compensation that may be offered. The job title and salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience. 
All candidates for hire must undergo drug screening and a background check.

How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required 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:
OAAS/Villa Feliciana Medical Complex
Marsha Perry, Lacey Bradham, or Tamekia Miles, 
5002 LA HWY 10
Jackson, LA 70748
(225) 634-4013

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

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