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Landmark of Acadiana
LPN Weekend Special
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What they do
A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
$52,610 / year median in Louisiana
+7% projected growth
Job Description
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!!!!! Landmark of Acadiana is looking to fill (1) 6AM - 10PM Saturday-Sunday position. Work 32 hours, and get paid for 40!!!! Pay starting at $24.50 with shift diff. Sign on bonus of $1,500.00 He/She is responsible for the care of the residents in a designated area of the facility. He/She communicates with off going and arriving shifts of personnel to assure the continuum of quality of care. Makes rounds, evaluating the physical, emotional and social needs of the residents making sure these are being met through the staff assigned to work with each group of resident's needs and provides intervention as indicated. Supervises the care provided by the Nursing Assistants assigned to the unit, providing intervention, and education as indicated. Prepares and administers medications and treatments according to procedures. Consults with physicians, receives, records and transcribes orders as required. Makes rounds with physicians when necessary. Reviews resident's care plans and assures these plans are followed. Documents on records as per policy and procedures of the facility. Participates in the evaluation of the employees working under his/her supervision. Participates in staff meetings and inservices as required. The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible to the Director of Nursing and/or the Assistant Director of Nursing.Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $24.50 per hourBenefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Vision insuranceWork Location:
In personBenefits
- 401(k) Plans
- Bonuses/Stipends
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance