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Valerie Smith

Licensed Practical Nurse

Nurse Metairie, LA Poydras Home
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
21 years at Poydras Home
Gender
Female
Connections
10
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 649,767 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Nurse specialty. Valerie Smith is one of them.
  • 5,885 Nurses are based in LA (out of 17,046 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 3 contacts at Poydras Home are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Nurse compensation in LA: $98,000 – $147,000 (median $114,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Nurses in LA: Ochsner Health System (242), Ochsner Health (169), Willis-Knighton Health System (127).
  • 5% of Nurses in LA hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 64% of Nurses in LA have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed May 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
Louisiana Technical College-Jefferson Campus
Practical Nursing
1975
Booker T Washington U.N.O.
High School Diploma/
Skills
Hipaa Customer Service Team Leadership Strategic Planning Master Scheduling Appointment Scheduling
About Poydras Home
Industry
Consumer Services
Employees
20 to 99
Revenue
$10M to <$50M
Website
poydrashome.com
Office Location
5354 Magazine St Ofc, New Orleans, LA
Professional Overview

Valerie Smith is a Licensed Practical Nurse, currently affiliated with Poydras Home, based in Metairie, LA. As a nurse, Smith contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Metairie, LA. They have been with Poydras Home for 21 years. Smith holds academic credentials, including Practical Nursing and High School Diploma/, from Louisiana Technical College-Jefferson Campus and Booker T Washington U.N.O.. Core competencies include Hipaa, Customer Service, Team Leadership, Strategic Planning, Master Scheduling. Poydras Home operates in the Consumer Services sector with a workforce of 20 to 99 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit nurse professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to nurse specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Metairie, LA healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Valerie Smith located?
Valerie Smith is based in Metairie, LA. They are currently affiliated with Poydras Home.
What is Valerie Smith's specialty?
Valerie Smith specializes in Nurse. Their current role is Licensed Practical Nurse.
Where does Valerie Smith currently work?
Valerie Smith currently works at Poydras Home. They have been there for 21 years.
What is Valerie Smith's educational background?
Valerie Smith attended Louisiana Technical College-Jefferson Campus and Booker T Washington U.N.O..
How do I contact Valerie Smith for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a Nurse?
Recruiting nurses typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for nurses across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a Nurse in LA?
Nurses in LA typically earn $98,000 to $147,000 annually, with a median of $114,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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