LPN-1, LPN-2, or LPN-3 (Outpatient Clinic)

About this Job EMBRACING OUR DIVERSITY MAKES US STRONGERWe believe that our individual differences are our strength, and it forms the foundation that allows our agency to empower individuals to experience a greater quality of life.Our agency’s vision is that all people will be empowered to lead meaningful and productive lives among friends, relatives, and neighbors regardless of behavioral health needs or developmental disabilities. We have been lighting the path forward into recovery by providing person-centered services to adults and children who meet the treatment criteria for substance use disorders, developmental disabilities, and/or mental health.We are looking for a dependable and caring Licensed Practical Nurse 1, 2, or 3 to join our Rosenblum Behavioral Health Clinic. This role is critical to ensure continuous and quality care which will meet the needs of the communities we serve. Are you ready to make a real impact in Behavioral Healthcare? Join our team and be part of something meaningful. Florida Parishes Human Services Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer.To learn more about our agency, please .Minimum Qualifications 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.Job Specification The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be foundJob Duties and Other InformationJob Duties: The outpatient LPN-3 position duties include but are not limited to:

• Provides direct nursing care to clients receiving treatment for mental illness, substance use disorders, and/or medical illness.
• Responsible for performing individualized direct client care.
• Performs standard nursing services, which may include the following: administering prescribed medications, performing injections, maintaining documentation in the electronic health record (EHR), administering screenings, tests, and other required labs, conducting assessments and screens for new clients.
• Participates as an active member of an inter-disciplinary Treatment Team.

Position-Specific Details:Appointment Type: Probational Appointment or Job AppointmentCompensation: This position is eligible for premium pay of $1.00/hour for hours worked performing direct patient care.
The following rates are Special Entrance Rates (SER) established for this agency in these job titles:
: $19.48/hour minimum – $28.90/hour maximum : $20.84/hour minimum – $30.92/hour maximum : $22.30/hour minimum – $33.08/hour maximumCareer Progression: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) 1, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) 2 or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) 3Location: Rosenblum Behavioral Health Clinic in Hammond, Louisiana How To Apply:No Civil Service test score is required in order 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). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.For additional information about this vacancy, contact:Kasi Silbernagel, HR SpecialistFPHSA Human Resources835 Pride Drive, Suite BPhone: (985) 543-4333Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.Email: Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through 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 atParental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leave
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• 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):

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