Licensed Practical Nurse Part Time WAE

About This Job

The mission of the Louisiana Veterans Homes is primarily to serve the Veteran population of Louisiana through the provision of medical, restorative, and rehabilitative services in an atmosphere of respect and compassion. The primary objective of our home is to provide quality nursing care to eligible veterans with the ultimate goal of returning the veterans to the highest possible levels of physical and mental capacity.

Join a team dedicated to serving those who served. The Louisiana Veterans Home is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse to aid nursing staff in providing high‑quality care to our honored veterans. This WAE-PRN position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day.

Possession of a current Louisiana Practical Nurse license, a temporary permit, or a multi‑state license issued by a Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC/eNLC) state.

• Prepare and administer medications and treatments as ordered.
• Observe residents for changes in physical, mental and/or behavior status and report significant changes to the Supervisor and Physician.
• Transcribe physicians' orders, carry out physicians' orders, document in residents' medical records, obtain specimens for laboratory testing, and provide residents assistance with activities of daily living as needed.

Appointment Type: Classified WAE Appointment (not to exceed 1,245 hours in a 12‑month period)

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

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply, click the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application. Applicants must include information to support eligibility for this job title, including detailed experience/education. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed application sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

For further information about this vacancy, contact Louisiana Veterans Home HR:
Sycondria Wilson‑Brumfield or Adrainne Bergeron.

Email:
Sycondria.

Wilson-Brumfield;
Adrainne.ergeron

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

Louisiana State Government offers a variety of career opportunities and benefits. State employees receive competitive pay, a variety of benefits, and access to a professional development program.

Insurance Coverage – More information can be found at /

Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leave. More information can be found at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..aspx

Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:
New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Mardi Gras, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor. State employees also earn sick and annual leave, which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Accrual rate increases as years of service increase.

Retirement – State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems. Systems include:
Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (), Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (), Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (), among others.