LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Company: Arc Of Acadiana
Location: Bossier City
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Our LPN’s primary role is to aid residents with
daily living tasks, monitor their wellbeing and help them enjoy
their time at our facility to the fullest. Currently, we have a
need to fill LPN positions on both day (7a-7p) and night (7p-7a)
12-hour shifts. While we are seeking full-time help, we are also
open to part-time and PRN assistance for both day and night shifts.
Charting and Documentation Receive telephone orders from physicians
and record on appropriate form. Transcribe physician’s orders to
resident charts, medication cards, and treatment/care plans, as
required. Chart nurses’ notes in an informative and descriptive
manner that reflects the care provided to the resident, as well as
the resident’s response to care. Record new/changed diet orders.
Perform routine charting duties as required and in accordance with
established charting and documentation policies and procedures.
Sign and date all entries made in the resident’s medical record.
Medication Administrative Functions Prepare and administer
medication as ordered by the physician. Verify the identity of the
resident before administering the medication/treatment. Verify that
prescribed medication for one resident is not administered to
another. Verify that adequate supply of floor stock medications,
supplies, and equipment is on hand to meet the nursing needs of the
residents. Report additional needs to the Nurse Supervisor. Order
prescribed medications, supplies, and equipment as necessary, and
in accordance with established procedures. Verify that narcotic
records are accurate for your shift. Notify the Nurse Supervisor of
all drug and narcotic discrepancies noted on your shift. Review
medication cards for completeness of information, accuracy in the
transcription of the physician’s order and adherence to stop order
policies. Immediately notify the Nurse Supervisor and attending
physician of any medication administration errors. Nursing Care
Functions Deliver and maintain optimal resident care and comfort by
demonstrating knowledge and skills of current nursing practices.
Promptly respond to resident needs. Make rounds with physicians, as
necessary. Consult with the resident’s physician in providing the
resident’s care, treatment, rehabilitation, etc., as necessary.
Review the resident’s chart for specific treatments, medication
orders, diets, etc., as necessary. Make periodic checks to confirm
that prescribed treatments are being properly administered by DSPs
and to evaluate the resident’s physical and emotional status.
Administer professional services such as: catheterization, tube
feedings, suction, applying and changing dressings/bandages, packs,
colostomy, and drainage bags, taking blood, giving massages and
range of motion exercises, etc., as required. Review care plans
daily to confirm that appropriate care is being rendered.
Additional Duties Attend in-service education programs in order to
meet facility educational requirements. Be familiar with Standard
Precautions, Fire Drill and Evacuation Procedures and know how to
use the information. Maintain confidentiality of resident and
facility records/information. Protect residents from neglect,
mistreatment, and abuse. Others as directed by the supervisor or
administrator. Qualifications Qualifications: Current LPN license
in the state of Louisiana is required At least one year of LPN
experience is preferred, but all new grads will be considered. For
PRN positions, previous experience is required. Excellent
technical, assessment and documentation skills. Good Leadership
qualities. Organized and detailed in work performance. Good
communication skills with excellent self-discipline and patience.
Genuine care and interest in helping elderly and disabled people in
a residential facility.
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