Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Leesville·Vernon Parish, Louisiana
The LPN is responsible for providing nursing interventions, administering medications, and documenting patient care in medical records. They collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to manage admissions, discharges, and daily patient activities.
Freedom Behavioral is now providing services in Leesville, LA!
We are excited to extend services in this area to those in need.
The Freedom Team puts patient care first by driving processes to ensure quality and compliance.
We have an energetic, motivated leadership team implementing exciting new changes.
Our team strives to nurture and elevate the talents of all employees.
Previous experience caring for geriatric patients is essential and Med-Surg experience is a plus.
If you want to be a part of a growing team impacting the lives of others, apply now!
We are looking forward to adding members to our team!
We are hiring prn!
The Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN is responsible for following assigned duties provided through the charge nurse on the shift.
The LPN will provide appropriate nursing interventions as indicated for the care and safety of the patients.
The LPN administered medications according to the prescribed orders in a timely manner.
Documents the medication and procedures implemented into the medical record following the established protocol.
Works as a team member to facilitate completion of the admission and discharge process for all patients assigned.
Transcribes orders accurately and audits the medical record for accuracy of the orders being transcribed and implemented.
Assumes the role of patient advocate providing education to patients and families as indicated.
Communicates with other members of the nursing team to fulfill the needs of the patients.
Assist with activities of daily living.
Encourages and fosters independence with the patients as indicated.
Communicates with the medical staff on identified patient issues.
Performs patient care assessments timely and accurately.
Addresses patient care needs in a timely manner.
Documents findings into the medical record accurately and timely.
Ensures daily documentation is completed thoroughly and signed and dated according to protocol.
Adheres to Human Resource policies regarding code of conduct and attendance.
Follows Infection Control and Employee Health Guidelines to ensure safety of patients and staff.
Actively works with the Service Development Department to facilitate admissions into the facility in a timely manner.
Functions as a member of the multidisciplinary team and communicates identified patient goals, interventions, and assessments.
Candidates must be a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of Louisiana with a certification from an approved nursing program. Previous experience with geriatric patients is essential, and one year of LPN experience is preferred.
Market context
In Louisiana, nursing roles typically see steady demand across hospitals, clinics, and community care settings, especially for RNs with current licensure and recent clinical experience. These roles can be competitive because employers often look for candidates who can start quickly, meet certification and driving requirements, and handle patient care with limited onboarding. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and confirm your RN license, CPR certification, and driver’s license are current before applying.
