Practical Nurse Licensed 1 - 3

About the Mission

The Acadiana Area Human Services District is dedicated to improving the quality of life for citizens of Acadiana who have behavioral health and/or intellectual/developmental disabilities. Our goal is to provide quality, compassionate care to our community.

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse to join our nursing department at the Dr. Joseph Henry Tyler, Jr. Behavioral Health Outpatient Clinic in Lafayette, LA. This role is designed for a compassionate, organized, and team-oriented nursing professional ready to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment.

As a member of our team, you will provide specialized nursing treatment and care to behavioral health outpatient individuals. Your work will involve performing individualized direct care and care management, utilizing clinical judgment to assess, plan, and implement appropriate nursing interventions in accordance with state regulations and accreditation standards.

Hiring Process & Application Instructions

To apply, please click the "Apply" link to complete an electronic application. This application can also be used for future job opportunities. Please note the following important steps:

• No Test Required: No Civil Service test score or assessment is required to be considered for this vacancy.
• Complete Your Application: You must include relevant, detailed experience and education information directly in the application fields. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of these sections, and incomplete applications may be rejected.
• Verification: If selected and you indicate you have a degree, you will be required to submit an official transcript.
• Status Tracking: Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application under the "Information" section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
• Timeline: The hiring supervisor has 90 days from the closing date to make a hiring decision. There is no guarantee that every applicant will be interviewed.

For further information about this vacancy, please contact Jennifer Sonnier, Human Resources Analyst, at Jennifer.Sonnier@la.gov or AAHSD-Human Resources, 302 Dulles Drive, Lafayette, LA 70506.

Our Commitment to Diversity

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.