• Baton Rouge, LA
  • $30.55 Per Hour
  • Quick Apply
6 days ago

Job Description


Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Baton Rouge, LA
Join a leading healthcare facility in Baton Rouge providing high-quality patient care! Enjoy a competitive hourly pay of $30.55, flexible day shift hours, and a supportive team committed to your success. Start on 08/14/2026 with an opportunity for ongoing professional growth and excellent benefits.

Quick Facts:
  • Location: Baton Rouge, LA
  • Start Date: 08/14/2026
  • End Date: 11/13/2026
  • Shift: Day Shift, 12-hour
  • Hours per Week: 36-40
  • Employment Type: Temporary/Contract
  • Licenses/Certifications: Current LPN license in Louisiana, BLS from AHA required; IV therapy credentials preferred
  • Experience: Minimum 2 years of hospital or clinical nursing experience
Pay & Benefits:
  • Hourly Pay Rate: $30.55
  • Benefits:
    • Competitive pay packages
    • Weekly pay via direct deposit
    • Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
    • Robust referral bonus program
    • Paid sick time (in accordance with laws)
    • Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements as applicable
What You’ll Do:
  • Provide direct patient care, including IV therapy, under the supervision of a registered nurse
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans
  • Perform assessments, gather data, and facilitate planning and evaluation of patient needs
  • Ensure safe and effective care tailored to patient age groups
  • Communicate professionally with patients, families, and team members
  • Adapt to changing clinical environments and patient needs
  • Maintain compliance with all regulatory and safety standards
What You Need:
  • Required:
    • Current LPN license in Louisiana
    • BLS certification from the American Heart Association
    • 2+ years of clinical nursing experience
  • Preferred:
    • IV therapy certification
    • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
    • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
About the Assignment:
Join a specialized team at a leading facility in Baton Rouge, LA, providing compassionate and efficient patient care on a busy healthcare unit. This role offers the chance to apply your clinical skills, grow your expertise, and make a positive impact in a dynamic setting.


VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife #VHSNursingAllied

Numbers & Facts

LocationBaton Rouge, LA

Skills

  • Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
  • Clinical Competencyunmatched
  • Clinical Nursingunmatched
  • Cross-Functionalunmatched
  • Data Collectionunmatched
  • Health Planunmatched
  • Healthcareunmatched
  • Hospitalunmatched
  • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
  • Intravenous Therapiesunmatched
  • Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurseunmatched
  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • Needs Assessmentunmatched
  • Nursing Managementunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Patient Assessmentunmatched
  • Patient Careunmatched
  • Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
  • Regulatory Complianceunmatched
  • Reimbursementunmatched
  • Safety Standardsunmatched

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