LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)- Residential Services Rayne LA

About the role

At Arc of Acadiana, nursing is about relationships, stability, and purpose, not rushed patient turnover or hospital chaos. Our Licensed Practical Nurses work in a residential setting supporting individuals with disabilities, where care is personal, teamwork matters, and your skills truly make a difference every day. We value nurses who want meaningful work, consistent schedules, and a supportive environment where they are respected as professionals.

Shift: 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Location: Arc of Acadiana Residential Services‑ Rayne, LA

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care and respond promptly to resident needs.
• Monitor residents’ physical and emotional well‑being.
• Perform skilled nursing tasks such as medication administration, wound care, tube feedings, catheterization, respiratory treatments, and other prescribed treatments.
• Collaborate closely with DSPs, supervisors, physicians, and the interdisciplinary care team.
• Communicate with physicians as needed and report changes in residents’ conditions.
• Prepare and administer medications accurately and safely.
• Verify resident identity prior to medication or treatment administration.
• Monitor medication supplies and report needs or discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain accurate narcotic counts and medication records.
• Report medication errors or concerns immediately to nursing leadership.
• Maintain clear, timely, and accurate nursing documentation.
• Transcribe physician orders and update medication records and care plans.
• Ensure charts reflect care provided and resident response.
• Follow all safety, confidentiality, and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Active Louisiana LPN license (required).
• Experience in residential or long‑term care preferred; new graduates are welcome.
• Strong clinical judgment and documentation skills.
• Compassion, patience, and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently while being a strong team player.
• A genuine desire to support individuals with disabilities in a residential setting.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (full‑time employees may be eligible).
• Retirement plan (401(k)).
• Paid time off, sick time, and paid holidays.
• Employee‑paid and voluntary supplemental benefits (including disability and life insurance).
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Longevity bonus opportunities.
• Employee appreciation events.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Mission‑driven workplace where your work truly matters.