Nursing Jobs in Louisiana

CNA Full-time
Willis Knighton Health

NN: Nurse Assistant

Willis Knighton Health Shreveport, LA
WK Pierremont Nursing Service NS-8 Tower Med Surg Shreveport, LA Nursing Temporary, Night, 7p-7a Posted 03/25/2026 Req # 9063 This busy 21-bed ortho/neuro unit is seeking a qualified nursing assistant to join our team. Hospital experience is preferred but not required. New CNA graduates welcome. Looking for someone who is team-oriented and has a great work ethic. Job duties include, but are not limited to: taking vital signs, bathing, assisting with toileting, intake and output, turning patients every 2 hours, and assisting the nurse when necessary. The job requires 12-hour rotating shifts to include every other weekend. Come join our great team and be part of a wonderful place to work.
LPN Full-time
Willis Knighton Health

LPN II

Willis Knighton Health Shreveport, LA
WK Pierremont Nursing Service NS-8 Tower Med Surg Shreveport, LA Nursing Full-Time, Day, 7a-7p Posted 03/25/2026 Req # 9104 8 Tower is a 21 bed Ortho/Neuro Unit. Our nursing staff are experienced in caring for orthopedic and spinal post-op patients in addition to many other medical surgical patients. Most common surgeries include: Total Joint Replacement (knee, hip, and shoulder); bone fractures with internal fixation, pinning and ankle repair. Spinal surgeries include: Spinal fusions, discectomy, kyphoplasty, laminectomy, and 360 fusion (anterior/posterior) of the lumbar or cervical spine. The Nurse/Patient ratio is 1:5 or 1:6 with the Charge Nurse, RN, Unit Clerk and nursing assistants as support staff. Scheduling is based on 12-hour shifts; 7a.m. or 7p.m. A 10-week orientation period with a preceptor will be provided for the new graduate. Experienced nurses interested in working on this unit will also be provided an orientation based on their experience and level of comfort. There is always something new to learn and opportunities to grow. WKHS offers tuition reimbursement if you are looking to further your education. If you are positive, team oriented, and willing to learn, this is the job for you.
LPN Full-time
Willis Knighton Health

Licensed Practical Nurse (LN IID)

Willis Knighton Health Shreveport, LA
WK South Nursing Service NS-3 E-Telemetry/Med Surg Shreveport, LA Nursing Full-Time, Day Posted 03/25/2026 Req # 9092 Willis Knighton South Med-Surg/Telemetry unit wants to welcome new members to our team. You will join a cohesive and supportive team to provide safe, quality, and holistic care to patients with a broad range of needs. All employees are encouraged to grow in their knowledge and practice, with access to national certifications and tuition reimbursement. LPN’s who are planning to further their education to obtain their Registered Nurse degree are encouraged to apply. *****Apply now to come join our team*****
LPN Full-time
Willis Knighton Health

Licensed Practical Nurse (LN IID)

Willis Knighton Health Shreveport, LA
WK South Nursing Service NS-3 E-Telemetry/Med Surg Shreveport, LA Nursing Full-Time, Night Posted 03/25/2026 Req # 9093 Willis Knighton South Med-Surg/Telemetry unit wants to welcome new members to our team. You will join a cohesive and supportive team to provide safe, quality, and holistic care to patients with a broad range of needs. All employees are encouraged to grow in their knowledge and practice, with access to national certifications and tuition reimbursement. LPN's who are planning to further their education to obtain their Registered Nurse degree are encouraged to apply. *****Apply now to come join our team*****
CNA Full-time
Willis Knighton Health

Nurse Assistant

Willis Knighton Health Shreveport, LA
WK Pierremont Nursing Service NS-Stepdown Unit Shreveport, LA Nursing Temporary, Day, 7a-7p Posted 03/25/2026 Req # 9006 At Willis Knighton Pierremont (WKP), our 27-bed Stepdown Intermediate Care Unit is located on the 7th floor. Our support staff are an intricate part of our team! As a Nursing Assistant, duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assisting nurses by providing direct patient care such as assisting with activities of daily living (bathing, positioning, ambulating, toileting, meal assistance, recording vital signs). Additional responsibilities include communication and collaboration with nursing and allied health professionals regarding assessment findings, patient health concerns, and following the patient's plan of care. CPI training and 1:1 monitoring education is required but can be obtained once employed. Hospital orientation, in addition to unit specific orientation, will be provided. WKP has a model of healthy work culture in which we expect and maintain a respectful environment for each other as well as our patients and their families in every form of communication and all interactions. If you are positive, collaborative, and willing to learn, then we would love to have you come join our TEAM!
CNA Full-time
Willis Knighton Health

Nurse Assistant

Willis Knighton Health Shreveport, LA
WK Pierremont Nursing Service NS-Telemetry Shreveport, LA Nursing Full-Time, Day, 7A-7P Posted 03/25/2026 Req # 9077 At Willis Knighton Pierremont, our Acute Telemetry unit consists of 30 beds and is located on the 4th floor. Our primary population of patients includes those with cardiac disease. Our unit offers motivated staff the opportunity to collaborate with a team that is committed to maintaining high standards of quality patient and family-centered care. We have a model of healthy work culture in which we expect and maintain a respectful environment for each other as well as our patients and their families in every form of communication and all interactions. As a Nursing Assistant, duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assisting nurses by providing direct patient care such as assisting with activities of daily living (bathing, positioning, ambulating, toileting, meal assistance, recording vital signs). Additional responsibilities include communication and collaboration with nursing and allied health professionals regarding assessment findings, patient health concerns, and following the patient’s plan of care. Through this range of clinical experience, you will gain knowledge, confidence and build teamwork among your peers through shared experiences. Hospital orientation, in addition to unit specific orientation, will be provided. If you are positive, collaborative, and willing to learn, then we would love to have you come join our TEAM!
RN Full-time
Willis Knighton Health

Registered Nurse (RN ST)

Willis Knighton Health Shreveport, LA
WK Medical Center Cancer Center Cancer Center-Radiation Therapy Shreveport, LA Nursing Full-Time, Day, 8-4:30 Posted 03/25/2026 Req # 9129 Observes patients from special care units requiring direct nurse attention. Operates recorders and physiological monitoring and therapeutic equipment as necessary. Assists in special procedures as needed. Cleans and wraps supplies for sterilization as needed. Contributes to the educational and competency processes of the Radiology Department. Adheres to the standards of nursing care and the policies and procedures of the department and medical center. Assists in prepping patients, moving patients, and setting up for procedures. Administers medication, IV injections, sedation, and takes vital signs as needed. Assist in patient/family education. Promotes and maintains positive relationships with Radiology staff, Radiologist, supervisors and all contractors. Meets physiological and psychosocial patient needs. Assists in procedure records, consent forms, and maintains log books for departmental use. Assists administration in planning and developing policies and procedures regarding nursing care of patients in the department of Radiology. Adapts care to the patient's level of development/age-specific needs. Compliance with the policies and procedures of the Willis-Knighton Health System Code of Conduct and service quality standards. Compliance with patient safety and quality initiatives as appropriate for job description.
LPN Full-time
Willis Knighton Health

LPN II

Willis Knighton Health Shreveport, LA
WK Pierremont Nursing Service NS-8 Tower Med Surg Shreveport, LA Nursing Full-Time, Night, 7p-7a Posted 03/25/2026 Req # 9105 8 Tower is a 21 bed Ortho/Neuro Unit. Our nursing staff are experienced in caring for orthopedic and spinal post-op patients in addition to many other medical surgical patients. Most common surgeries include: Total Joint Replacement (knee, hip, and shoulder); bone fractures with internal fixation, pinning and ankle repair. Spinal surgeries include: Spinal fusions, discectomy, kyphoplasty, laminectomy, and 360 fusion (anterior/posterior) of the lumbar or cervical spine. The Nurse/Patient ratio is 1:5 or 1:6 with the Charge Nurse, RN, Unit Clerk and nursing assistants as support staff. Scheduling is based on 12-hour shifts; 7a.m. or 7p.m. A 10-week orientation period with a preceptor will be provided to the new graduate. Experienced nurses interested in working on this unit will also be provided an orientation based on their experience and level of comfort. There is always something new to learn and opportunities to grow. WKHS offers tuition reimbursement if you are looking to further your education. If you are positive, team oriented, and willing to learn, this is the job for you.
RN Full-time
Willis Knighton Health

RN ST: RN Staff

Willis Knighton Health Shreveport, LA
WK Pierremont Nursing Service NS-Chemotherapy Shreveport, LA Nursing Full-Time, Day, 0800-1600 Posted 03/25/2026 Req # 9070 Position Summary The Registered Nurse (RN) in the hospital-based outpatient infusion unit provides safe, evidence-based nursing care to patients receiving intravenous therapies. The RN is responsible for patient assessment, medication administration, monitoring for adverse reactions, patient education, and coordination of care in accordance with physician orders, organizational policies, and regulatory standards. The position will be Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm, and a call requirement every 5th weekend for scheduled, time-sensitive infusion therapies. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Perform comprehensive patient assessments prior to infusion therapy. Administer intravenous medications, biologics, blood products, hydration therapy, and injections according to established protocols. Administer chemotherapeutic agents to inpatient patients as needed. Monitor patients during and after infusion for adverse reactions or complications. Initiate and maintain peripheral IV lines and access central venous devices when indicated and within scope of practice. Respond appropriately to infusion reactions or emergencies. Verify medication orders for accuracy, completeness, and appropriateness. Educate patients and families regarding: Infusion therapy, potential side effects, post-treatment care, and when to seek medical attention. Preferred Qualifications Experience in outpatient infusion or infusion therapy nursing. Certification such as CRNI (Certified Registered Nurse Infusion). Familiarity with infusion therapy standards and best practices. WKHS Chemotherapy certification
RN Manager/Supervisor Full-time
Willis Knighton Health

RN Supervisor

Willis Knighton Health Shreveport, LA
WK Medical Center Nursing Service NS-Supervisors Shreveport, LA Nursing Full-Time, Night, 7p - 7a with a 5/2 schedule Posted 03/25/2026 Req # 8842 The Nursing Supervisor is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing hospital operations during the 7p–7a shift at Willis Knighton North. This position is ideal for an experienced nurse looking to step into a high-impact leadership opportunity within a fast-paced, high‑acuity hospital environment. The Nursing Supervisor provides clinical and operational oversight across all inpatient and procedural areas, ensuring continuity of care and safe, effective patient flow throughout the night. Preferred candidates will bring a strong clinical foundation and the ability to serve as a knowledgeable resource for bedside staff. Critical Care, Emergency, or Stepdown experience preferred. Core responsibilities include responding to clinical emergencies, supporting patient experience initiatives, coordinating staffing needs, and maintaining timely, clear communication with senior leadership. This role also serves as a central point of coordination between physicians, procedural areas, and on-call teams to ensure the hospital can provide comprehensive, 24/7 patient care. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong critical thinking skills, sound clinical judgment, and a collaborative leadership style that promotes teamwork, safety, and positive patient and staff experience.
RN Full-time
Agape Care Group

Registered Nurse (RN)

Agape Care Group Metairie, LA
Overview Join Our Team as a Registered Nurse Do you value the time you spend with your patients? Is it important to you that your patients and their families know and feel that you are with them? We are looking for registered nurses who are committed to creating meaningful patient experiences. As a registered nurse on our team, you’ll evaluate patients and create care plans, all while communicating with everyone involved — the patient, the patient’s family, and the care team. You’ll serve as the driver of our care team to ensure every patient receives quality care. And just like all of our team members, our RNs have access to our supportive leadership team and professional development opportunities with plenty of room for advancement. We’re Offering Even More Great Benefits When You Join Our Team! Tuition Reimbursement Immediate Access to Paid Time Off Employee Referral Program Bonus Eligibility Matching 401K Annual Merit Increases Years of Service Award Bonuses Pet Insurance Financial and Legal Assistance Program Mental Health and Counseling Programs Dental and Orthodontic Coverage Vision Insurance Health Care with Low Premiums $500 Matching Health Savings Account Short-term and Long-term Disability Access to Virtual Health & Wellness Fertility Assistance Program Our Company Mission Our mission is to serve with love, providing comfort and support through compassionate care and meaningful experiences. For our team members, these aren’t empty words. In every interaction, no matter how big or small, we’re dedicated to providing a superior experience for patients facing life-limiting illnesses and their families. About Agape Care Group As a regional leader in hospice and palliative care, Agape Care Group proudly serves patients through its family of care providers — Agape Care South Carolina, Georgia Hospice Care, Hospice of the Carolina Foothills in North Carolina, and ACG Hospice in Alabama, Kansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Virginia. The company’s employees are committed to serving with love those touched by an advanced illness, providing comfort and support through compassionate care and meaningful experiences. At any location within our company, you'll find a career that means something. You'll not only have the opportunity to use your skills to make a real difference, but you'll also be part of an inclusive, respectful work environment filled with peers who have answered the call to care for others. Essential Functions #nsacg2 Qualifications A heart to serve patients and families and a passion for providing the best possible care Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a current state license as a registered nurse Experience: 2+ years of nursing experience in a clinical care setting (hospice experience preferred) Required: Reliable transportation. Ability to sit, stand, bend, move intermittently and lift at least 80-100 lbs and bear the weight of an average adult effectively. We’ve worked hard to build a caring culture of integrity, communication, diversity and positive experiences, and we’d love for you to join our team. *Pay is determined by years of experience and location.
RN Labor and Delivery Full-time
Opelousas General Health System

Charge RN - (Labor & Delivery)

Opelousas General Health System Opelousas, LA
S ign on Bonus for full time positions! Full time night & day positions available. Rotating every other weekend. Under direction, provides direct nursing care to patients utilizing the nursing process, performs technical nursing functions and upholds the standard of practice of a professional nurse in caring for infant through geriatric patients. Responsible for managing all aspects of nursing responsibilities during each shift. Delegates assignments and provides supervision for the support staff in accordance with their level of training and patient’s acuity. Works in collaboration with interdisciplinary team members to ensure the quality of patient care. Essential Duties and Responsibilites: • Utilizes the nursing process as the basis for nursing care. • Provides direct patient care. • Performs nursing functions, applying professional skills. • Documents and maintains date on patient’s record. • Maintains a safe environment. • Applies basic teaching / learning concepts to patient education. • Provides for life support. • Acts as a patient advocate. • Cooperates as a member of the nursing unit, department and overall hospital team. • Participates in performance improvement. • Delegates and / or supervises aspects of care to team members and reviews completion. • Performs related work as required. • Communicates pertinent data to appropriate parties. • Maintains patient confidentiality. • Conducts himself/herself effectively in stressful situations. • Approaches situations with distressed patients, families, and visitors in a calm, professional manner. • Collaborates with physicians and nurses to devise individualized care plans for patients. • Properly assesses and manages patient populations with appropriate intervention. • Administers intravenous medications and parenteral nutrition. • Administers blood products and evaluates patient response. • Supervises nursing staff and monitoring their needs. • Coordinates nursing assignments and patient care. • Oversees patient admissions, transfers, and discharges. • Mentors new staff and provides support and guidance to all staff members. • Ensures compliance with all health and safety regulations. • Identifies issues or emergent matters and responds in a calm and effective manner. Education: Associates degree from accredited school of Nursing required. Bachelor's degree from accredited school of Nursing preferred. Certification/License: Registered Nurse in the state of Lousiana required, CPR required. PALS and ACLS preferred. Additional experience preferred: • NRP certification preferred. • Current knowledge of clinical practice. • Ability to operate and handle many kinds of complex equipment. • Ability to demonstrate clinical competence and maintain current knowledge in caring for adolescent through geriatric patients. • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. • Knowledge of theory, principles, techniques, and practice of professional nursing; of scientific principles and nursing research; of preparation, administration, and actions of medications; of treatments and medical procedures; of counseling and teaching techniques; of medical equipment as it relates to patient care. • Two years of RN experience in area of specialty is required. Excellent Benefits: click here for more details OGHS-Benefits.pdf
CMA Outpatient Full-time
UnitedHealthcare

Medical Assistant at Primary Care Plus - Perkins

UnitedHealthcare Baton Rouge, LA
$16.15 - $28.80 / hour
For those who want to invent the future of health care, here's your opportunity. We're going beyond basic care to health programs integrated across the entire continuum of care. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. As an active participant of the primary care patient centered medical home team, the Medical Assistant engages in a collaborative process with members of a multidisciplinary team which may include a Physician, Nurse Practitioner, RN Care Manager, Social Worker, MA Lead, and Clinic Manager. The team assesses, plans, implements, coordinates, monitors, and evaluates options and services to meet a patient's health needs through communication and utilization of available resources to promote quality, cost effective outcomes. The Medical Assistant provides quality nursing care to patients and assists the Physician and Nurse Practitioners in the clinical setting. The Medical Assistant collaborates with the primary care provider and other members of the care team and supports the patient by providing routine care, patient education, and self-management support. This position functions in a direct patient care role and is compliant with Regulatory and Quality Improvement activities (HIPAA, OSHA, Disease Management, etc.) Primary Responsibilities Addresses the total patient, inclusive of medical, psychosocial, behavioral, cultural, and spiritual needs Involves the individual patient and caregiver, as appropriate, in decision making Facilitates communication and coordination among members of the care team Provides patient care to include patient assessment prior to physician's/nurse practitioner's examination, serves as patient advocate/liaison by answering questions related to care and treatment, as appropriate, provides patient education and self-management support, implements physician orders (injections, prescription refills, diagnostic tests, referrals, etc.) and assists providers with procedures Escorts patient to exam room Participates in team "huddles" and ensures electronic medical record (EMR) is prepared for the clinic visit Triages phone calls to the appropriate department and enters the call into the EMR as a Telephone Encounter. After the call has been addressed, communicates with the patient and documents in the Telephone Encounter Maintains cleanliness of the patient care areas (exam rooms) Ensures exam rooms are stocked at all times Cleans and disinfects instruments according to policy Performs clinic tasks as directed by Clinic Manager Assists Clinic Manager with the ordering and receiving of medical supplies and medications Works closely with the Clinic Manager and Quality Manager to create and implement new clinic processes Reviews all required education courses (live and online) and applies to daily clinic practice Maintains competency of clinical skills You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. Required Qualifications Current CPR/AED certification required or ability to obtain within 30 days 1+ years of clinic experience or related experience in a medical setting Knowledge of OSHA/HIPAA compliance Preferred Qualifications Current Medical Assistance certification Computer experience required/ EMR training Core Competencies Excellent communication skills Time management Ability to multi-task/prioritize Computer/EMR Skills Professionalism Ability to work well with a diverse group of people Critical thinking/sound judgment Flexibility Willingness to take directives Compassionate Solid work ethic Dependability Physical Demands/Working Conditions Ability to stand for long periods Extensive walking Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds Ability to bend and sit Flexible hours Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $16.15 to $28.80 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission. OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
CMA Full-time
SouthStar Urgent Care

Medical Assistant

SouthStar Urgent Care Rayne, LA
The Patient Service Representative is responsible for providing exceptional customer service, along with performing patient pre-admission, admission, transfer, and discharge activities. The ideal candidate is energetic, flexible, has a positive attitude and above all else, has a passion for patient care. Individuals in this role collect and validate patient insurance information, identification, prepares registration forms, and collects fees as required to coordinate activities for patients to receive care. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Ability to interact effectively, and in a supportive manner with persons of all backgrounds Sustain excellent patient interactions using clear communication and problem-solving skills Assess walk-in traffic for potential emergencies Check-in patients at the front desk preparation for their appointment with a provider and scan all documents into the patient’s chart Assist patients with completion of pre-registration forms, ensuring all items are signed, and medical records are distributed Informs patients of costs of care being provided. Collect all fees and apply to patients’ chart Collect and record copayments and outstanding balances, and balance cash drawer daily Cover medical records and prior authorizations when needed Communicate efficiently to back-office staff regarding needs of patients Maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information at all times Answer the phone in a professional manner and follow procedures for routing calls Ensure reception area and waiting rooms are clean. Regularly sanitize counters, surfaces, and reception area items Perform other duties as assigned Requirements and Qualifications: Education: High school graduate or equivalent is required. Certificate/License: None. Experience: A minimum of one (1) year of customer service experience is required. Community Care Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). #CS
RN Part-time
LCMC Health

PRN Employee Health RN

LCMC Health New Orleans, LA
Your job is more than a job This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this department. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, and LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. GENERAL DUTIES Performance improvement: Promotes and supports LCMC Health’s performance improvement initiatives. Demonstrates and actively promotes compliance with all state, federal regulatory and accrediting agencies coordinating with other hospital departments. Participates on and/or leads interdisciplinary teams, including those that plan for and respond to emergencies, pandemics and disasters. Appropriately documents employee health education, vaccinations, screenings in accordance with departmental and organizational policies. Educates and counsels employees on identifying, reducing and eliminating health and safety risks in the work environment. Analyzes data to identify trends and control health and safety risks. Implements policy changes and decisions at the department, organizational and systems levels. Plans and implements evidence-based programs, services and new initiatives and evaluate them for health and economic impact. Employee Health Program: Coordinates pre-employment health screening and clearance for new hires. Maintains the employee health program by following the established policies and procedures. Reviews employee immunization records and administers vaccinations as indicated using CDC guidelines. Conducts and coordinates employee TB surveillance, respiratory fit testing surveillance, annual flu campaign, chemotherapy surveillance, etc. Provides education on blood borne pathogen exposures as indicated. Works with Infection Prevention and Control for exposure evaluation and follow up for employee exposures to infectious diseases. Develops and disseminates employee health policy and procedures based on current federal, state and local laws and information from TJC, CMS, CDC and OSHA. Establishes and maintains employee health records within state and federal laws. Ensuring confidentiality and privacy of health and personal information while limiting the organization’s exposure to risk. Investigates accidental exposures to blood, body fluids and infectious agents: Reviews all accidental needlesticks or exposures to blood and body fluids. Coordinates and follows post blood/body fluids exposures and hazard medication exposures of employees. Counsels and educates employee on processes and prevention of exposures Reviews all documented exposures to potentially communicable/infectious diseases and/or agents. Provides initial counseling, assessment and investigation to exposed employees. Provides post-exposure follow-up and counseling. Works with Infectious Disease to coordinate appropriate prophylaxis and follow-up testing after exposure according to CDC and OSHA recommendations. Implements and evaluates the Employee Health Program: Develops and presents educational programs concerning employee health practices and issues when appropriate. Conducts employee training on employee health at new employee orientation. Keeps informed of new developments in nursing, employee health and infection control through membership of professional organizations. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS American Heart Association Basic Life Support Health Care Provider Licensed Registered Nursing through the Louisiana State Board of Nursing WORK SHIFT: Days (United States of America) LCMC Health is a community. Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little “come on in” attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health’s culture of everyday extraordinary Your extras Deliver healthcare with heart. Give people a reason to smile. Put a little love in your work. Be honest and real, but with compassion. Bring some lagniappe into everything you do. Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care. See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective. Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other. Love what makes you, you - because we do You are welcome here. LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Simple things make the difference. 1. To get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information. 2. To ensure quality care and service, we may use information on your application to verify your previous employment and background. 3. To keep our career applications up-to-date, applications are inactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new application for employment to be completed. 4. To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States.
CMT Psych Per Diem
Oceans Healthcare

Mental Health Technician PRN Nights

Oceans Healthcare Opelousas, LA
At Oceans Behavioral Hospital Opelousas, healing is our focus. We are passionate about helping adults and seniors manage the challenges associated with anxiety, depression and other mental health issues. Utilizing proven, innovative and progressive therapies, our qualified professionals strive to promote long-term wellness through a range of inpatient and outpatient psychiatric counseling and treatment options. The Mental Health Technician (MHT) supports the nursing staff in maintaining a therapeutic milieu by performing routinely assigned tasks and carrying out patient care activities within the scope of the MHT's training and experience. The MHT will maintain a safe and professional standard for patient care in accordance with Joint Commission, Federal and State regulations, Oceans' Mission, policies and procedures and performance improvement standards. Essential Functions: Adhere to professional standards, follow policies and procedures and abide by federal, state and local requirements, as well as Joint Commission standards. Effectively applies supportive behavior when assisting in the control of patients who exhibit unacceptable behavior. Demonstrates the ability to employ de-escalation and therapeutic interventions as needed. Inventories patient belongings accurately and secures contraband as needed; completes unit safety checks. Complies with standard/universal precautions and infection control policies and attends required in-services to keep self-informed. Implements patient care activities under the direction and supervision of licensed nursing personnel; performs vital signs, weights, ADL, intake and output documentation, nutritional monitoring and communicates findings to the nurse. Ensuring patients or residents receive appropriate diet by reviewing their dietary restrictions, food allergies, and preferences. Assists patients with laundry, meals, bathroom functions and maintaining of belongings; assists at risk and/or physically challenged patients with mobility needs as needed. Individualizes all patient care activities to the age specific, disability, cultural sensitivity needs of the patient. Communicates and documents patient observation and date effectively in the patient record.; documents patient’s departure from unit (i.e. for passes, transport to doctor’s appointment, community meetings) with 100% accuracy and within defined time lines; documents significant occurrences, observed behavior, vital signs, nutrition intake, and patient observation findings on assigned patients as requested by the registered nurse, with 100% accuracy and within defined time lines. Communicates outcome of assigned tasks to nursing staff in a timely manner; Communicates follow-up on patient care responsibilities; incomplete assignments, ongoing activities and current patient needs to relevant staff to assure continuality of care. Performs other duties and projects as assigned.
CNA Psych Per Diem
Oceans Healthcare

Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) PRN Nights

Oceans Healthcare Broussard, LA
At Oceans Behavioral Hospital Broussard, healing is our focus. We are passionate about helping adults and seniors manage the challenges associated with anxiety, depression and other mental health issues. Utilizing proven, innovative and progressive therapies, our qualified professionals strive to promote long-term wellness through a range of inpatient and outpatient psychiatric counseling and treatment options. The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) supports the nursing staff in maintaining a therapeutic milieu by performing routinely assigned tasks and carrying out patient care activities within the scope of the BHT's training and experience. The BHT will maintain a safe and professional standard for patient care in accordance with Joint Commission, Federal and State regulations, Oceans' Mission, policies and procedures and performance improvement standards. Essential Functions: Adhere to professional standards, follow policies and procedures and abide by federal, state and local requirements, as well as Joint Commission standards. Effectively applies supportive behavior when assisting in the control of patients who exhibit unacceptable behavior. Demonstrates the ability to employ de-escalation and therapeutic interventions as needed. Inventories patient belongings accurately and secures contraband as needed; completes unit safety checks. Complies with standard/universal precautions and infection control policies and attends required in-services to keep self-informed. Implements patient care activities under the direction and supervision of licensed nursing personnel; performs vital signs, weights, ADL, intake and output documentation, nutritional monitoring and communicates findings to the nurse. Ensuring patients or residents receive appropriate diet by reviewing their dietary restrictions, food allergies, and preferences. Assists patients with laundry, meals, bathroom functions and maintaining of belongings; assists at risk and/or physically challenged patients with mobility needs as needed. Individualizes all patient care activities to the age specific, disability, cultural sensitivity needs of the patient. Communicates and documents patient observation and date effectively in the patient record.; documents patient’s departure from unit (i.e. for passes, transport to doctor’s appointment, community meetings) with 100% accuracy and within defined time lines; documents significant occurrences, observed behavior, vital signs, nutrition intake, and patient observation findings on assigned patients as requested by the registered nurse, with 100% accuracy and within defined time lines. Communicates outcome of assigned tasks to nursing staff in a timely manner; Communicates follow-up on patient care responsibilities; incomplete assignments, ongoing activities and current patient needs to relevant staff to assure continuality of care. Performs other duties and projects as assigned.
RN Per Diem
Oceans Healthcare

Registered Nurse PRN Evenings

Oceans Healthcare Shreveport, LA
The Registered Nurse assumes primary leadership accountability and responsibility for milieu management and directing patient care activities of other nursing staff. The Registered Nurse maintains standards of professional nursing practice in accordance with facility policy and procedures, other external governing and credentialing bodies, performance improvement standards, and psychiatric nursing standards. The Registered Nurse assesses the patient utilizing the nursing process to formulate an individualized plan of care for each patient, implements interventions, and evaluates outcomes consistent with policy and appropriate to the current client’s condition, which promote, maintain, and restore physical and mental health, and prevent illness. The Registered Nurse interprets age/disability specific information in response to client population served. The Registered Nurse provides for the safe delivery of medication in accordance with the policies and procedures, physicians orders and/or current practice. The Registered Nurse is responsible for thorough, accurate reporting, and documentation of the patient’s symptoms, responses, and progress. The Registered Nurse assumes responsibility for professional development, continuing education and maintaining licensure. All duties to be done in accordance with Joint Commission, Federal and State regulations, Oceans' Mission, policies and procedures and Performance Improvement Standards. Essential Functions: Utilizes the nursing process: assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation and formulating nursing interventions directed towards development of an individualized plan of care and treatment modalities. Identifies risk levels, precautions, and expected outcomes individualized to the client to include discharge planning; prescribes interventions to attain expected outcomes; evaluates the effectiveness of interventions in relation to expected outcomes; conducts ongoing assessment of clients from admission to discharge; initiates medical/psychiatric crisis intervention to stabilize and ensure the well-being of the patient's conditions. Demonstrates knowledge of psychiatric disorders and appropriate nursing interventions; implements nursing interventions identified in the plan of care that is individualized to the patient needs. Applies appropriate interventions to progress the patient towards wellness and addresses maintenance of wellness. Administers medications as prescribed safely; provides education on prescribed medications; recognizes signs and symptoms of adverse drug reactions. Demonstrates professionalism, accountability, and responsibility for decision making, quality nursing care, and knowledge base of psychiatric nursing care. Reviews, revises, and updates medical records within facility guidelines and timeframes. Transcribes and implements physician's orders according to facility policy; documents care, progress, response to intervention in medical record in an accurate, thorough and concise manner. Follows up on client care responsibilities, communicates incomplete assignments, and current client needs to staff to assure continuity of care. Implements staff assignments and delegation of duties using appropriate judgment and knowledge; Demonstrates positive willingness to assist staff and patients; functions as an advocate for patient needs/safety Utilizes nursing knowledge to successfully meet the needs of the facility, patient population, and staff members utilizes nursing resources to enhance evidence-based practice Float among various clinical services, where qualified and competent and performs other duties and projects as assigned.
RN Per Diem
Oceans Healthcare

Registered Nurse PRN Days

Oceans Healthcare Kentwood, LA
At Oceans Behavioral Hospital, we understand the importance of turning to someone you can trust with your behavioral health needs. We are passionate about helping individuals experiencing depression; anxiety; schizophrenia; behavioral changes related to Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias, medication management or substance abuse; and other mental health issues. ***We Offer Sponsorships For Registered Nurses*** The Registered Nurse assumes primary leadership accountability and responsibility for milieu management and directing patient care activities of other nursing staff. The Registered Nurse maintains standards of professional nursing practice in accordance with facility policy and procedures, other external governing and credentialing bodies, performance improvement standards, and psychiatric nursing standards. The Registered Nurse assesses the patient utilizing the nursing process to formulate an individualized plan of care for each patient, implements interventions, and evaluates outcomes consistent with policy and appropriate to the current client’s condition, which promote, maintain, and restore physical and mental health, and prevent illness. The Registered Nurse interprets age/disability specific information in response to client population served. The Registered Nurse provides for the safe delivery of medication in accordance with the policies and procedures, physicians orders and/or current practice. The Registered Nurse is responsible for thorough, accurate reporting, and documentation of the patient’s symptoms, responses, and progress. The Registered Nurse assumes responsibility for professional development, continuing education and maintaining licensure. All duties to be done in accordance with Joint Commission, Federal and State regulations, Oceans' Mission, policies and procedures and Performance Improvement Standards. Essential Functions: Utilizes the nursing process: assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation and formulating nursing interventions directed towards development of an individualized plan of care and treatment modalities. Identifies risk levels, precautions, and expected outcomes individualized to the client to include discharge planning; prescribes interventions to attain expected outcomes; evaluates the effectiveness of interventions in relation to expected outcomes; conducts ongoing assessment of clients from admission to discharge; initiates medical/psychiatric crisis intervention to stabilize and ensure the well-being of the patient's conditions. Demonstrates knowledge of psychiatric disorders and appropriate nursing interventions; implements nursing interventions identified in the plan of care that is individualized to the patient needs. Applies appropriate interventions to progress the patient towards wellness and addresses maintenance of wellness. Administers medications as prescribed safely; provides education on prescribed medications; recognizes signs and symptoms of adverse drug reactions. Demonstrates professionalism, accountability, and responsibility for decision making, quality nursing care, and knowledge base of psychiatric nursing care. Reviews, revises, and updates medical records within facility guidelines and timeframes. Transcribes and implements physician's orders according to facility policy; documents care, progress, response to intervention in medical record in an accurate, thorough and concise manner. Follows up on client care responsibilities, communicates incomplete assignments, and current client needs to staff to assure continuity of care. Implements staff assignments and delegation of duties using appropriate judgment and knowledge; Demonstrates positive willingness to assist staff and patients; functions as an advocate for patient needs/safety Utilizes nursing knowledge to successfully meet the needs of the facility, patient population, and staff members utilizes nursing resources to enhance evidence-based practice Float among various clinical services, where qualified and competent and performs other duties and projects as assigned.
LPN Per Diem
Oceans Healthcare

Licensed Practical Nurse PRN Days

Oceans Healthcare Hammond, LA
At Oceans Behavioral Hospital Hammond, healing is our focus. We are passionate about helping adults and seniors manage the challenges associated with anxiety, depression and other mental health issues. Utilizing proven, innovative and progressive therapies, our qualified professionals strive to promote long-term wellness through a range of inpatient and outpatient psychiatric counseling and treatment options. The Licensed Practical Nurse's primary role is to provide nursing care for patients who are experiencing common, well-defined health problems. The LPN functions as a member of the multidisciplinary health care team, and utilizes the nursing process in implementation of patient's care. Those services are performed under the supervision of a registered nurse but utilize all nursing skills to make safe, appropriate and independent decisions within the scope of the LPN nursing practice. All duties to be done in accordance with Joint Commission, Federal and State regulations, Oceans' Mission, policies and procedures and Performance Improvement Standards. Essential Functions: Delivers quality nursing care to assigned group of patients by collecting data and identifying deviations from normal; assists with reassessing patients according to assignments, need and unit protocol and/or hospital policy under the direction of the registered nurse. Accurately and thoroughly documents all findings in the patient record and identifies expected outcomes based on assessment data; effectively communicates pertinent assessment findings with other health care members. Implements nursing care interventions identified in the individualized multidisciplinary treatment plan using accepted standards of practice in collaboration with other health care providers; performs nursing procedures/treatments as prescribed by physician/LIP. Conducts specified bedside laboratory tests, wound care, and provides for comfort and assistance in the performance of ADLs; Promotes the patient's ability to cope, adapt and/or solve situations related to illness and/or stressors. Provides supportive, age appropriate communication and culturally acceptable interventions and documents special needs. Provides for the safe delivery of medications in accordance with the facility policies and physician orders; administers medications utilizing established safety procedures / standards. Ensures patients are effectively assessed prior to and after medication administration. Accurately communicates/documents medication doses prescribed, and provides patient education on medication administered. Follows up on patient care responsibilities; communicates incomplete assignments and patient needs with other disciplines to assure continuity of care; transcribes orders accurately and performs chart audits of transcription accurately and according to facility guidelines. Utilizes nursing knowledge to successfully meet the needs of the facility, patient population and staff members. Utilizes nursing resources to enhance evidence-based practice. Guides, educates, and provides leadership as a preceptor to new staff. Performs other duties and projects as assigned.
LPN Per Diem
Oceans Healthcare

Licensed Practical Nurse PRN Nights

Oceans Healthcare Lake Charles, LA
At Oceans Behavioral Hospital Lake Charles, healing is our focus. We are passionate about helping adults and seniors manage the challenges associated with anxiety, depression and other mental health issues. Utilizing proven, innovative and progressive therapies, our qualified professionals strive to promote long-term wellness through a range of inpatient and outpatient psychiatric counseling and treatment options. The Licensed Practical Nurse's primary role is to provide nursing care for patients who are experiencing common, well-defined health problems. The LPN functions as a member of the multidisciplinary health care team, and utilizes the nursing process in implementation of patient's care. Those services are performed under the supervision of a registered nurse but utilize all nursing skills to make safe, appropriate and independent decisions within the scope of the LPN nursing practice. All duties to be done in accordance with Joint Commission, Federal and State regulations, Oceans' Mission, policies and procedures and Performance Improvement Standards. Essential Functions: Delivers quality nursing care to assigned group of patients by collecting data and identifying deviations from normal; assists with reassessing patients according to assignments, need and unit protocol and/or hospital policy under the direction of the registered nurse. Accurately and thoroughly documents all findings in the patient record and identifies expected outcomes based on assessment data; effectively communicates pertinent assessment findings with other health care members. Implements nursing care interventions identified in the individualized multidisciplinary treatment plan using accepted standards of practice in collaboration with other health care providers; performs nursing procedures/treatments as prescribed by physician/LIP. Conducts specified bedside laboratory tests, wound care, and provides for comfort and assistance in the performance of ADLs; Promotes the patient's ability to cope, adapt and/or solve situations related to illness and/or stressors. Provides supportive, age appropriate communication and culturally acceptable interventions and documents special needs. Provides for the safe delivery of medications in accordance with the facility policies and physician orders; administers medications utilizing established safety procedures / standards. Ensures patients are effectively assessed prior to and after medication administration. Accurately communicates/documents medication doses prescribed, and provides patient education on medication administered. Follows up on patient care responsibilities; communicates incomplete assignments and patient needs with other disciplines to assure continuity of care; transcribes orders accurately and performs chart audits of transcription accurately and according to facility guidelines. Utilizes nursing knowledge to successfully meet the needs of the facility, patient population and staff members. Utilizes nursing resources to enhance evidence-based practice. Guides, educates, and provides leadership as a preceptor to new staff. Performs other duties and projects as assigned.
RN Psych Full-time
Oceans Healthcare

Registered Nurse (RN) - Psychiatric - Nights

Oceans Healthcare Alexandria, LA
At Oceans Behavioral Hospital Alexandria, healing is our focus. We are passionate about helping adults and seniors manage the challenges associated with anxiety, depression and other mental health issues. Utilizing proven, innovative and progressive therapies, our qualified professionals strive to promote long-term wellness through a range of inpatient and outpatient psychiatric counseling and treatment options. $10,000 Hiring Bonus Full-Time Nights (7 PM - 7 AM) ***We Offer Sponsorships For Registered Nurses*** Benefits We Offer: Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage (Multiple Plan Options) - Eligible first of the month after 30 days. 401 (k) Retirement Savings Plan with Discretionary Company Match Tuition Reimbursement Daily Pay Paid Time Off Competitive Market Compensation Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program The Registered Nurse assumes primary leadership accountability and responsibility for milieu management and directing patient care activities of other nursing staff. The Registered Nurse maintains standards of professional nursing practice in accordance with facility policy and procedures, other external governing and credentialing bodies, performance improvement standards, and psychiatric nursing standards. The Registered Nurse assesses the patient utilizing the nursing process to formulate an individualized plan of care for each patient, implements interventions, and evaluates outcomes consistent with policy and appropriate to the current client’s condition, which promote, maintain, and restore physical and mental health, and prevent illness. The Registered Nurse interprets age/disability specific information in response to client population served. The Registered Nurse provides for the safe delivery of medication in accordance with the policies and procedures, physicians orders and/or current practice. The Registered Nurse is responsible for thorough, accurate reporting, and documentation of the patient’s symptoms, responses, and progress. The Registered Nurse assumes responsibility for professional development, continuing education and maintaining licensure. All duties to be done in accordance with Joint Commission, Federal and State regulations, Oceans' Mission, policies and procedures and Performance Improvement Standards. Essential Functions: Utilizes the nursing process: assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation and formulating nursing interventions directed towards development of an individualized plan of care and treatment modalities. Identifies risk levels, precautions, and expected outcomes individualized to the client to include discharge planning; prescribes interventions to attain expected outcomes; evaluates the effectiveness of interventions in relation to expected outcomes; conducts ongoing assessment of clients from admission to discharge; initiates medical/psychiatric crisis intervention to stabilize and ensure the well-being of the patient's conditions. Demonstrates knowledge of psychiatric disorders and appropriate nursing interventions; implements nursing interventions identified in the plan of care that is individualized to the patient needs. Applies appropriate interventions to progress the patient towards wellness and addresses maintenance of wellness. Administers medications as prescribed safely; provides education on prescribed medications; recognizes signs and symptoms of adverse drug reactions. Demonstrates professionalism, accountability, and responsibility for decision making, quality nursing care, and knowledge base of psychiatric nursing care. Reviews, revises, and updates medical records within facility guidelines and timeframes. Transcribes and implements physician's orders according to facility policy; documents care, progress, response to intervention in medical record in an accurate, thorough and concise manner. Follows up on client care responsibilities, communicates incomplete assignments, and current client needs to staff to assure continuity of care. Implements staff assignments and delegation of duties using appropriate judgment and knowledge; Demonstrates positive willingness to assist staff and patients; functions as an advocate for patient needs/safety Utilizes nursing knowledge to successfully meet the needs of the facility, patient population, and staff members utilizes nursing resources to enhance evidence-based practice Float among various clinical services, where qualified and competent and performs other duties and projects as assigned.
RN Full-time
LCMC Health

RN Patient Flow Coordinator

LCMC Health New Orleans, LA
Your job is more than a job Job Description This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this department. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, and LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. GENERAL DUTIES Coordinate Patient Transfers: Serve as the primary contact for all incoming transfer requests and manage communication between referring facilities, physicians, and hospital teams. Use clinical judgment to gather and assess patient data, ensuring appropriate and timely patient transfers across the LCMC Health system. Facilitate safe and efficient transfers by coordinating logistics, including transportation and bed placement, while maintaining accurate documentation. Manage Bed Planning and Throughput: Monitor and manage bed assignments to optimize patient flow and system capacity across LCMC Health facilities. Timely bed assignments completed to facilitate patient movement. Anticipate future bed needs by reviewing schedules and preparing for upcoming admissions to support seamless patient throughput. Facilitate Communication and Collaboration: Communicate regularly with key stakeholders to address patient placement needs and capacity concerns, supporting hospital-wide goals for patient movement. Support Capacity Management: Assist in the proactive management of patient flow by collaborating with house supervisors to address areas approaching capacity. Utilize tools such as the Capacity Dashboards to monitor and manage bed utilization, identifying areas for intervention to maintain operational efficiency. Documentation and Reporting: Complete intake documentation requirements. Ensure that all activities related to patient transfers and bed planning are thoroughly documented in compliance with LCMC Health standards. Additional Duties: Engage in ongoing professional development to enhance knowledge and skills relevant to patient flow and transfer coordination. Establishes and maintains a high degree of awareness and knowledge of hospital’s medical staff, services and programs. Maintains professional and technical knowledge through continuous education and accepts new assignments and performs additional duties as requested. EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS 3 years experience in inpatient nursing / call center / critical care / ED/house supervisor LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS American Heart Association Basic Life Support/CPR Licensed Registered Nurse through the Louisiana State Board of Nursing SKILLS AND ABILITIES Basic Nursing skills with high level critical thinking ability. Exhibits excellent customer relationship skills including telephone and personal communication with all customer groups (physicians, administrators, nurses, case managers, and other team members). Proficient in hospital computer systems for accurate data collection, monitoring and evaluation. WORK SHIFT: Nights (United States of America) LCMC Health is a community. Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little “come on in” attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health’s culture of everyday extraordinary Your extras Deliver healthcare with heart. Give people a reason to smile. Put a little love in your work. Be honest and real, but with compassion. Bring some lagniappe into everything you do. Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care. See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective. Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other. Love what makes you, you - because we do You are welcome here. LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Simple things make the difference. 1. To get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information. 2. To ensure quality care and service, we may use information on your application to verify your previous employment and background. 3. To keep our career applications up-to-date, applications are inactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new application for employment to be completed. 4. To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States.
RN Full-time
UnitedHealthcare

Registered Nurse

UnitedHealthcare Lafayette, LA
$64,100 - $141,500 / year
Explore opportunities with Lourdes Home Care, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together. As the Registered Nurse in Home Health you will provide and direct provisions of nursing care to patients in their homes as prescribed by the physician and in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies. You will also coordinate total plan of care with other health care professionals involved in care and helps to achieve and maintain continuity of patient care by planning and exchanging information with physician, agency personnel, patient, family, and community resources. Primary Responsibilities: Clinical Competence Initiates, develops, implements, and revises the plan of care in collaboration with the physician and other health care professionals Supervises care provided by home health aides and licensed practical/vocational nurses, provides instruction, and assigns tasks according to State and federal regulations Provides required supervisory visits Documentation and Care Delivery Provides high-quality clinical services within the scope of practice and infection control standards, in accordance with the plan of care, and in coordination with other health care team members Completes comprehensive assessments (OASIS) including medication reconciliation accurately and timely Documents patient visits per policy and payer requirements, and syncs timely per LHC policy Quality Makes initial and/or comprehensive nursing evaluation visits, ensures patients meet home health eligibility and medical necessity guidelines, determines primary focus of care, develops the plan of care within State guidelines with the physician, and submits accurate documentation Communicates relevant information timely and effectively with appropriate agency staff, including patient care issues, visit assignments, schedule changes, orders, OASIS data sets, coding requests, and coordination with other clinicians Communicates timely and effectively with physicians, patients, and family members to ensure quality care and service excellence Teamwork Takes direction from Clinical Director and Executive Director professionally and completes assigned tasks timely, including required learning Assists in the orientation of new agency personnel and serves as a preceptor to other staff and students Actively participates in survey/survey readiness activities and performance improvement plans, works to reduce unnecessary patient hospitalizations, improve patient safety, and implements processes and best practices to ensure positive patient outcomes Participates in on-call and weekend rotation as needed to meet patient needs Adheres to and participates in the agency's utilization management model Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. Required Qualifications: Current and unrestricted RN licensure in state of practice Current Driver's License, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation State Specific Requirements: (remove as applicable) LA: * 1+ years of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse * 1+ years of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse may be waived for a Registered Nurse with recent clinical experience as an LPN Preferred Qualifications: Current CPR Certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire 1+ years of Home Health experience Ability to work independently Solid communication, writing, and organizational skills Pay Range $64,100 - $141,500 annual total cash target pay $36.98 - $81.63 per visit point $30.82 - $68.03 hourly rate Annual total cash compensation for this role assumes full-time employment (40 weekly hours) at full productivity and generally follows the range above. Total cash compensation includes earnings from per visit point pay and hourly pay and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. This role receives two types of compensation depending on the work being performed. When conducting visits, you will be paid per visit point rate compensation. Your per visit pay will be calculated by multiplying your per visit point rate by the productivity points you accrue for various types of visits. Each type of visit is assigned a certain number of productivity points that is inclusive of 'direct' and 'indirect' patient care activities. Visits are assigned based on patient and business needs. The number of visits performed each week will vary based on individual productivity targets and the productivity points assigned to the visits performed. You will be paid your hourly rate for certain non-visit activities such as orientation. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your pay, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. #LHCJOBS At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission. UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
RN Full-time
UnitedHealthcare

Weekend Registered Nurse (Fri-Sun)

UnitedHealthcare Lafayette, LA
$60,200 - $107,400 / year
Explore opportunities with Lourdes Home Health, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together. The Registered Nurse in Home Health provides and directs provisions of nursing care to patients in their homes as prescribed by the physician and in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies. The Registered Nurse coordinates total plan of care with other health care professionals involved in care and helps to achieve and maintain continuity of patient care by planning and exchanging information with physician, agency personnel, patient, family, and community resources. All done within a Point of Care setting. Primary Responsibilities: Develops, implements, and updates patient plans of care in collaboration with physicians and the interdisciplinary team; ensures home‑health eligibility and completes comprehensive nursing assessments (including OASIS and medication reconciliation). Provides and coordinates high‑quality clinical care; supervises and assigns tasks to home health aides and LPN/LVNs in compliance with state and federal regulations, including required supervisory visits. Accurately documents all patient care per policy and payer requirements; communicates timely with physicians, patients, families, and agency staff to ensure coordinated, effective care. Participates in orientation and precepting of new staff; contributes to performance improvement, survey readiness, patient safety initiatives, and reducing avoidable hospitalizations. Demonstrates professionalism through punctuality, positive attitude, ongoing learning, meeting deadlines, active meeting participation, adherence to agency standards, and participation in on‑call/weekend rotations. Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. Required Qualifications: Current and unrestricted RN licensure in state of practice Current Driver's License, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation State Specific Requirements: LA: 1 + year of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse. 1 + year of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse may be waived for a Registered Nurse with recent clinical experience as an LPN. RN licensure must have no restrictions. Preferred Qualifications: 1+ years of clinical experience CPR Certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $60,200 to $107,400 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission. #LHCJOBS UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.