Hiring: Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Full Time Days Company: Oceans Healthcare Location: Lafayette, LA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 14:15:43 About the job Experience: •One year of inpatient hospital experience strongly preferred. Required Skills: •Delivers quality nursing care to assigned group of patients by collecting data and identifying deviations from normal; assists with reassessing patients according to assignments, need and unit protocol and/or hospital policy under the direction of the registered nurse. •Accurately and thoroughly documents all findings in the patient record and identifies expected outcomes based on assessment data; effectively communicates pertinent assessment findings with other health care members. •Implements nursing care interventions identified in the individualized multidisciplinary treatment plan using accepted standards of practice in collaboration with other health care providers; performs nursing procedures/treatments as prescribed by physician/LIP. •Conducts specified bedside laboratory tests, wound care, and provides for comfort and assistance in the performance of ADLs •Promotes the patient's ability to cope, adapt and/or solve situations related to illness and/or stressors. •Provides supportive, age appropriate communication and culturally acceptable interventions and documents special needs. •Follows up on patient care responsibilities; communicates incomplete assignments and patient needs with other disciplines to assure continuity of care; transcribes orders accurately and performs chart audits of transcription accurately and according to facility guidelines. •Utilizes nursing knowledge to successfully meet the needs of the facility, patient population and staff members. Utilizes nursing resources to enhance evidence-based practice. Qualifications: •Must successfully complete CPR certification and an Oceans approved behavioral health de-escalation program. •Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse in the state of which you are employed. •Valid Compact licenses are also acceptable as they apply. •High School Diploma or GED is required. Compensation: •Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage (Multiple Plan Options) - Eligible first of the month after 30 days Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!