Practical Nurse Licensed 1, 2, or 3

Practical Nurse Licensed 1, 2, or 3Print (ApplyPractical Nurse Licensed 1, 2, or 3Salary$3,376.53 - $5,009.00 MonthlyLocationJackson, LAJob TypeClassifiedJob Numbervilla/mp/20260303DepartmentLDH-Office of Aging & Adult ServicesOpening Date03/03/2026Closing Date3/10/2026 11:59 PM Central Description Benefits Questions About this JobVilla Feliciana Medical Complex (VFMC), nestled in the heart of East Feliciana Parish in Jackson, Louisiana, invites dedicated healthcare professionals to join our team. We provide compassionate, high-quality services to individuals living with chronic diseases, disabilities, terminal illnesses, and infectious conditions such as HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis. Our goal is to create a homelike, safe environment where every patient receives personalized care designed to improve their quality of life.We're seeking a dedicatedLicensed Practical Nurseto deliver skilled, hands-on care to patients with complex medical needs. If you thrive in a team-oriented environment and are committed to making a positive impact, we encourage you to apply.Minimum QualificationsPossession of a current Louisiana Practical Nurse license, a temporary permit, or a multi-state license issued by a Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC/eNLC) state.Job SpecificationThe official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be foundhere.Job Duties and Other InformationJob Duties: Make rounds, assessing patients’ condition with appropriate follow-up. Make rounds with physicians, accurately transcribing and implementing orders. Assist with physical exams and other procedures as needed. Preparation, administration, and documentation of all medications, treatments, and IV therapy as ordered. Documentation of various reports, nurses’ notes/medical records as required and necessary. Initiate First Aid/CPR in emergencies. Performs all other related duties as required in order to maintain the smooth operation of the Nursing Services Department and Villa Feliciana Medical Complex. Position-Specific Details:Location:This vacancy is located in theNursing Department ofLDH/OAAS/Villa Feliciana Medical Complex, Jackson, Louisiana.Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Detail to Special DutyCareer Progression: This position may be filled as a Practical Nurse Licensed 1, 2, or 3Work Schedule: 12 hours with rotating weekends. The shift is 5:45 pm - 6:15 am.Compensation: The Practical Nurse Licensed 1 offers a Special Entrance Rate of $19.48 hourly, along with premium pay of up to $15.00 per hour worked. This is the minimum compensation that may be offered. The job title and salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.All candidates for hire must undergo drug screening and a background checkHow To Apply:No Civil Service test score is required to be considered for this vacancy.To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumeswill not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.Contact Information:For further information about this vacancy, contact:OAAS/Villa Feliciana Medical ComplexMarsha Perry, Lacey Bradham, or Tamekia Miles,5002 LA HWY 10Jackson, LA 70748(225) 634-4013Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilitiesLouisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity tomake a differencethrough public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:Insurance Coverage More information can be found at Parental Leave– Up to six weeks paid parental leaveMore information can be found atHolidays 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 GovernorState employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.Retirement – State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to): Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (LASERS has provided this video (to give you more detailed information about their system Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (among others 01Do you have a license or a temporary permit/license to practice practical nursing or a multi-state license issued by a Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC/Enlc) state? Yes No 02Please provide the issue date, expiration date, and the license number below. If no, please type N/A03Have you ever been disciplined for any acts of resident abuse or neglect attributed to you? Yes No 04Have you ever been aware of any acts of abuse or neglect and failed to report these acts? Yes No Required QuestionEmployerState of LouisianaAddress1201 N 3rd StBaton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802Phone(866) 783-5462WebsiteApplyPlease verify your email addressVerify Email

Created: 2026-03-10