Join St. Joseph Hospice and become part of a team that provides excellent patient care, respects one another, and has a supportive back-office team that ensures you have everything you need to be successful in the field.

St. Joseph Hospice - Lafayette, LA is seeking Full-Time Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) to join our patient care team.

We invite you to be a part of the one of the fastest growing Hospice and Home Health Care Companies in Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, Arkansas and Texas.

Essential duties include:

• Provides nursing and supportive care in accordance with Interdisciplinary Plan of Care, under the direction of the RN.
• Communicates with the attending physicians, other hospice team members and other agencies as needed to coordinate optimal care and use of community resources for the patient/family
• Document all services provided and submit on appropriate forms.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid regulations for hospice benefits.
• Report changes in patient condition and needs to RN
• Great time management skills

Qualifications:

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the State of Louisiana
• Minimum of 3 years as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) of varied work experience, two (2) years in acute care setting and one (1) year in home care or hospice preferred.
• Have dependable transportation, driver’s license and car insurance
• Previous Hospice or Home Health experience required

Full-Time Benefits:

• Competitive Pay
• Increased Earning Potential
• Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Short-term & Long-term Disability
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Cell Phone Allowance
• Mileage reimbursement (reflective of fluctuating fuel prices)
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Exceptional People providing Exceptional Care.

All inquiries will be kept confidential. EOE.