Nursing Jobs in Bogalusa, LA

Caregiver

Personal Care Services MidSouth Carriere, MS

$15 / hour

Job Overview At Personal Care Services Midsouth, LLC, your dedication and empathy will make a meaningful difference in the lives of those you serve. This vital role involves providing personalized, in-home support to individuals across various stages of life and health needs. You will deliver essential assistance that promotes independence, safety, and well-being, ensuring clients feel cared for and respected in the comfort of their own homes. By joining our team, you become part of a company that upholds respect, integrity, and personalized care as core values. Whether you’re an experienced caregiver or new to the field, we invest in your success through comprehensive training and resources. Job Responsibilities Personal care: Assist clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting. Meal preparation: Prepare and serve nutritious meals based on dietary restrictions or preferences. Mobility assistance: Help clients move safely within their homes or between locations, including transferring from beds, wheelchairs, or vehicles. Household tasks: Perform light housekeeping duties, such as laundry, cleaning, and organizing. Companionship: Provide emotional support and engage clients in meaningful activities, such as conversation, hobbies, or light exercise. Monitoring: Observe and report changes in clients’ physical or mental health to family members or supervisors promptly. Documentation: Maintain accurate records of care provided and daily activities Required Skills and Experience Maintain punctuality by arriving on time for all scheduled shifts and provide accurate documentation of daily care activities in client records. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to connect with clients and their families. Physical stamina to assist clients with mobility and other physical tasks. Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations. Demonstrate reliability by consistently arriving on time and completing assigned tasks with precision. Exhibit adaptability and problem-solving skills to address clients’ evolving needs. Uphold the values of the agency by providing care with empathy, professionalism, and integrity. Ability to use a mobile device for clocking in/out and service documentations. Qualifications Must be 18 years of age or older Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (for roles requiring travel). Able to pass a Criminal background check Fingerprinted with MSDH CPR certified Minimum of 1 year of experience as a home healthcare caregiver or in a similar role – Preferred Internet accessible mobile phone for documenting service delivery and tasks provided Benefits We value our caregivers and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Dental, vision, short-term disability, accident, cancer, and life insurance options. 401(k) retirement savings plan Paid time off (PTO) and flexible scheduling to support work-life balance. Referral program Daily pay access Paid Orientation and Training N ote: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job.

Registered Nurse - Clinic - Angels Medical Group Clinic

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System Bogalusa, LA

Job Description This position offers a Sign-On Bonus!! The Registered Nurse provides safe therapeutic care in a holistic and systematic way, incorporating differences into the provision of care. Integrates knowledge, skills, and experiences to meet the needs of patients and families throughout the continuum to include patient and family education. Relies on education and training to complete responsibilities within scope of licensure as registered nurse. #CB Responsibilities Clinical Practice and Care Management Performs psychosocial/physiologic assessments that integrates changing data Formulates a plan of care based on trends of similar patients, including patient education and discharge planning. Tailors and prioritizes caring practice to individual needs, including cultural/ethical/spiritual needs. Participates in the planning of routine transitional health care needs. (i.e., Treatment options patient placement options, end of life options) Responds to changes in patient's needs and provides holistic care using independent clinical judgment based on knowledge drawn from education and experience. Adapts planned educational programs and information to individual patients and family by modifying teaching strategies or content. Integrates education during the delivery of patient care. Collaborates with patients/families to identify realistic desired outcomes. Ensures efficiency in the delivery of care, determines immediate priorities, and offers solution for problems. Actively advocates for patient rights and identifies potential conflict. Seeks counsel for resolution of conflict. Identifies variances from expected outcomes. Evaluates patient outcomes and makes revisions in the plan of care. Documents all patient care activities as per documentation standards. Assists the healthcare team with the documentation process. Communication and Collaboration Consistently communicates/collaborates with the health care team members, patients, and families to maximize patient outcomes. Appropriately delegates patient care activities to other health care team members and participates in making and revising staff assignments to achieve maximum productivity. Maintains knowledge regarding unit initiatives and incorporates the outcomes of the team/committees work into practice. Participates on unit teams, work groups and/or committees. Anticipates needs and voluntarily assists others. Quality Demonstrates knowledge of unit-based quality improvement initiatives. Participates in quality improvement initiatives by utilizing standards, guidelines, and pathways for care delivery. Incorporates evidence-based practice and research findings into nursing practice to enhance outcomes. Professional Development Acts as a clinical resource and serves as a mentor to health care team members; displays leadership behaviors. Identifies own learning needs based on self-evaluation and the progress made from the previous year's goals. Accountable for all documentation and completion of all required continuing education and competencies relevant to area of practice as defined by clinical management. Ensures improvements in practice settings by assuming responsibility for self-development in life-long learning. Provides direction and guidance to others regarding practice, serves as a resource, preceptor, and mentor. Leadership skills in critical thinking, decision-making, and problem solving. Qualifications Experience, Education, Training, Special Skills, and Licensure: Education: Graduate of accredited school of nursing Skills: Proficient in the English language, verbal and written communication skills, computer skills Licensure: Current Louisiana State license as RN and BLS certification About Us Our Lady of the Angels Hospital is part of FMOL Health . The health system was organized in 1984 to unite three existing hospitals in Louisiana which were already part of the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady's mission of extending the healthcare of Jesus Christ to those most in need. Headquartered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, the health system serves patients across the State of Louisiana through a network of hospitals, clinics, physicians, elderly housing and integrated information systems and currently employs over 10,000 individuals. Our Lady of the Angels Hospital’s exceptional team members put their hearts and souls into serving the Washington Parish community all day, every day. They appreciate the trust that the community places in them, and they strive to continually offer enhanced innovation and expanded access to quality healthcare, close to home.

Caregiver

Personal Care Services MidSouth Carriere, MS

$15 / hour

Job Overview At Personal Care Services Midsouth, LLC, your dedication and empathy will make a meaningful difference in the lives of those you serve. This vital role involves providing personalized, in-home support to individuals across various stages of life and health needs. You will deliver essential assistance that promotes independence, safety, and well-being, ensuring clients feel cared for and respected in the comfort of their own homes. By joining our team, you become part of a company that upholds respect, integrity, and personalized care as core values. Whether you’re an experienced caregiver or new to the field, we invest in your success through comprehensive training and resources. Job Responsibilities Personal care: Assist clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting. Meal preparation: Prepare and serve nutritious meals based on dietary restrictions or preferences. Mobility assistance: Help clients move safely within their homes or between locations, including transferring from beds, wheelchairs, or vehicles. Household tasks: Perform light housekeeping duties, such as laundry, cleaning, and organizing. Companionship: Provide emotional support and engage clients in meaningful activities, such as conversation, hobbies, or light exercise. Monitoring: Observe and report changes in clients’ physical or mental health to family members or supervisors promptly. Documentation: Maintain accurate records of care provided and daily activities Required Skills and Experience Maintain punctuality by arriving on time for all scheduled shifts and provide accurate documentation of daily care activities in client records. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to connect with clients and their families. Physical stamina to assist clients with mobility and other physical tasks. Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations. Demonstrate reliability by consistently arriving on time and completing assigned tasks with precision. Exhibit adaptability and problem-solving skills to address clients’ evolving needs. Uphold the values of the agency by providing care with empathy, professionalism, and integrity. Ability to use a mobile device for clocking in/out and service documentations. Qualifications Must be 18 years of age or older Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (for roles requiring travel). Able to pass a Criminal background check Fingerprinted with MSDH CPR certified Minimum of 1 year of experience as a home healthcare caregiver or in a similar role – Preferred Internet accessible mobile phone for documenting service delivery and tasks provided Benefits We value our caregivers and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Dental, vision, short-term disability, accident, cancer, and life insurance options. 401(k) retirement savings plan Paid time off (PTO) and flexible scheduling to support work-life balance. Referral program Daily pay access Paid Orientation and Training N ote: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job.

Registered Nurse

Gentiva Picayune, MS

Overview Lead with Heart. Be the Difference. Transform End-of-Life Care. Join our company, where every day is an opportunity to deliver personalized, meaningful hospice and palliative care to patients facing life-limiting illness. We support patients and their families with dignity, comfort, and love. What You'll Do as a Hospice RN / RN Case Manager: Be the primary point of contact for patients and families, guiding them through every step of their hospice journey. Deliver and document skilled, hands-on nursing care based on each patient’s individualized Plan of Care—in their home, assisted living, or wherever they call home. Perform initial and ongoing assessments to monitor patient condition and adjust care as needed. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team—including physicians, LPNs, CNAs, social workers, chaplains, and others—to build and refine personalized care plans. Provide emotional, physical, and spiritual support not just to the patient, but to their loved ones as well—offering education, comfort, and bereavement guidance. Teach caregivers how to care for their loved one safely and confidently, offering both practical training and emotional reassurance. Communicate important updates in patient condition to the care team, ensuring timely and appropriate interventions. Maintain accurate, up-to-date clinical documentation and follow infection control and compliance standards. Support the organization's quality improvement and scheduling initiatives to ensure care is consistent, compassionate, and efficient. Help patients and families understand and navigate topics such as: Medication administration Hospice philosophy and services Symptom and pain management End-of-life processes and expectations Essential Functions Job Responsibilities Perform comprehensive patient assessments and reassessments including in-person/telephonic RN assessments/screenings and provide education to patients, family members and caregivers as appropriate. Deliver skilled nursing interventions and symptom management aligned with goals of care. Develop and update individualized plans of care including patient visit frequency to meet individual needs and risk identification. Coordinate care across interdisciplinary teams including consultation with physicians and nurse partitioners. Provide patient and caregiver education regarding disease process, self-care techniques, end-of-life care, medications, nutrition and dietary needs. Communicate change in condition, or signs and symptoms of decline to appropriate provider (e.g., NP, PCP, Hospice Physician). Support the continuity of care by recognizing and supporting home health, palliative and hospice referrals as appropriate and recognizing and supporting transitions in levels of care. Document timely clinical records on all patients including screening/assessment findings, physician orders, progress notes, and care plans. Maintain effective working relationships with IDG, and involve team when patient's care plan warrants team participation to achieve desired outcome. Participate in on-call and patient support activities as applicable, conducting on-call services in a clinically competent and responsive manner. Core Competencies Clinical excellence and sound judgment Patient-centered communication and empathy Interdisciplinary collaboration Accountability and regulatory compliance Adaptability and critical thinking Timeliness of patient visits and documentation Accuracy and completeness of clinical records Patient and caregiver satisfaction Compliance with regulatory and policy standards Participation in team collaboration and IDG activities About You To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Education: Registered Nurse Experience: A minimum of one (1) year experience as an RN, either in acute care hospital, oncology, long-term care, hospice or home health. School internships and clinical hours may be considered as experience in individual cases. Hospice or palliative care experience preferred Licenses, Certifications and/or Registration: Current license to practice nursing in the state of requested employment CPR Certification Current automobile insurance and valid driver’s license Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of terminally ill patients and their families along with understanding of hospice; ability to apply knowledge of the special needs of hospice patient and families; knowledge of roles of all disciplines providing hospice services; excellent patient assessment skills; knowledge of community resources; good oral and written communication skills; documentation and program management; knowledge of general nursing practice; thorough knowledge of managed care principles, regulatory guidelines (i.e., Medicare, Medicaid, ACHC, and human resource management principles). Working Conditions: Patient’s homes and/or institutional setting and automobile. Potential exposure to infections, communicable diseases, odors, blood, excreta and hazardous materials. Personal Traits, Qualities and Aptitudes: Sensitivity to the impact of life and death issues faced by individuals with terminal illness; tact in dealing with these patients and their families; ability to support others at a time of crisis. Must be able to demonstrate flexibility by performing a variety of tasks, often changing from one to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure. Communicate effectively with people of all socioeconomic backgrounds. Responsible functioning in the work place, maturity, cooperation, flexibility, tact in dealing with co-workers and all members of the hospice team. Equipment/Tools/Work-Aids: Must be able to effectively operate nursing assessment tools, computers, facsimile equipment, copier and cell phone/beeper. Must have and maintain transportation to be used for work. We Offer Benefits for All Hospice Associates (Full-Time & Per Diem): Competitive Pay 401(k) with Company Match Career Advancement Opportunities National & Local Recognition Programs Teammate Assistance Fund Additional Full-Time Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care) Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN) Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs) Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC) Ready to Join a Team That Cares? Apply now to become part of our Hospice Nursing team and help make every moment count for our patients and their loved ones. Legalese This is a safety-sensitive position Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements We are proud to be an EEO employer We maintain a drug-free workplace ReqID: 2026-142540 Category: Registered Nurses Position Type: Flex/Per Diem Company: Gentiva Hospice

Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide

Gentiva Picayune, MS

Overview Deliver Comfort. Honor Dignity. Transform Care. Are you a Hospice Aide or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) who finds purpose in providing compassionate, hands-on care during life’s most meaningful moments? We believe every day is an opportunity to bring comfort, dignity, and peace to patients and families facing end-of-life journeys. We’re currently seeking a dependable, empathetic, and attentive Hospice Aide to provide essential personal care and emotional support to patients wherever they call home—whether that's a private residence, assisted living facility, or inpatient unit. If you're passionate about making a difference when it matters most, we invite you to join our dedicated hospice care team. Essential Functions Provide direct personal care to terminally ill patients Assist with personal hygiene, grooming, and toileting Support safe mobility, including use of walkers and wheelchairs Help with meal preparation, feeding, and light housekeeping Observe and report changes in the patient’s physical or mental condition Offer emotional and psychological support to patients and families Maintain accurate and timely documentation of visits Attend team meetings and participate in Quality Improvement (QI) activities Practiceinfection control and follow safety protocols at all times About You Qualifications – What You’ll Bring: Active CNA license in the state of employment (Required) Current CPR certification (Required) Driver’s license and reliable vehicle with insurance (Required) Six (6) months of direct patient care experience (Required) Comfortable working in home settings, hospice facilities, or long-term care environments Demonstrated compassion, patience, and ability to handle emotional situations Willingness to work independently and adapt to changing patient needs Preferred Background (Not Required): Experience in home health, hospice, palliative care, or oncology Prior roles in hospital nursing, ICU, geriatrics, med-surg, ER, telemetry, or nursing homes Exposure to end-of-life care, wound care, or admissions support We Offer Benefits for All Hospice Associates (Full-Time & Per Diem): Competitive Pay 401(k) with Company Match Career Advancement Opportunities National & Local Recognition Programs Teammate Assistance Fund Additional Full-Time Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care) Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN) Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs) Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC) Ready to Make a Difference in Someone’s Daily Life? Apply now to become part of our Hospice Care team and help patients live safely, comfortably, and with dignity—at home. Legalese This is a safety-sensitive position Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements We are proud to be an EEO employer We maintain a drug-free workplace ReqID: 2026-142067 Category: Home Health Aides/CNAs Position Type: Full-Time Company: Gentiva Hospice