Licensed Practical Nurse - 20029213

Licensed Practical Nurse - 20029213 - Job Number: 260000UP

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Licensed Practical Nurse - 20029213 - Job Number: 260000UP

Job Summary

The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team. As an LPN, you will provide high-quality patient care, administer medications, and participate in patient care planning and treatment team activities.

Job Requirements

• Starting pay is approximately $58,000 based on shift assignments.
• Ohio has joined the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) which allows an LPN to hold one multistate license in their primary state of residence while practicing virtually or over state lines in 37 other compact states across the country.
• Provides patient care as directed, documents patient-related care timely within the electronic health record, and maintains patient medical records.
• Administers medication, including oral and intramuscular medications, may administer intravenous therapy if appropriately certified.
• Performs treatments, assists with Doctors Sick Call, and participates in patient care planning and treatment team activities.
• Responds to emergencies, provides emergency care, and collects vital signs and documents all findings.
• Collects urine and/or other body fluid specimens, may perform venipuncture to obtain blood samples for laboratory analysis, and prepares patients for release and/or transfer.
• Ensures discharge medication orders are completed and timely forwarded to pharmacy services.
• Participates in work-related training and all institution training exercises as assigned.
• Provides assistance to other healthcare staff, investigates and documents problem areas and/or areas of concern, and reviews shift report from preceding shifts.

Job Skills

• Nursing
• Basic Medical Procedures
• Direct Support
• Direct Care
• Medical Charting
• Medication Management
• Cultural Awareness
• Problem Solving
• Customer Focus
• Teamwork
• Confidentiality

Application Procedures

• In order to be considered for this position, you must apply online through this posting website.
• We no longer accept paper applications.
• When completing your online Ohio Civil Service Application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting.
• You can check the status of your application by signing into your profile on this website.
• We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application.
• If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process, please contact the Human Resources Office so proper arrangements can be made.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing

• All final applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments.
• Testing will also be performed for the presence of marijuana.
• An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment unless the applicant submits medical documentation of legally prescribed medications or a recommendation for medical marijuana.

Pre-Employment Background Investigation

• The final applicant selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check.
• An individual assessment of an applicants prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State

• The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Benefits

• The State of Ohio provides a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees.
• Benefits include:
• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal sick leave, and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities
• Employee Development Funds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Public Retirement Systems, such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS
• Optional Deferred Compensation

Why Work for the State of Ohio?

• The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace, which prohibits the use of marijuana, recreational, or non-medical cannabis.
• We are committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in our services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

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