Licensed Practical Nurse (Lpn) - 3Rd Shift (11:00Pm-7:30Am)

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Starting Hourly Pay: $27.96 with multiple pay increases over your first years of service
• $3000 sign-on bonus
• Full-time and Part-time opportunities
• Low Nurse-to-Patient ratios
• Opportunities for shift differential & overtime pay
• Tuition reimbursement & professional development

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Administering nursing care within scope of practice as set forth in Division (F) of Section 4723.01 of Ohio Revised Code under direction of registered nurse &/or licensed physician (e.g., ensures proper execution of physician orders; assist physician with physical exams, treatments & collects specimens for laboratory tests; assist in emergencies; administers medication including controlled substances such as narcotics, tranquilizers & non-controlled medication in oral, rectal, topical or injectable form; provides medication instructions to residents
• Maintains medication accountability records (e.g., charts residents records; prepares & counts medications)
• Observes, reports & documents residents' condition in clinical software system (e.g., response to treatment, medication reactions, patient behavior & progress)
• Prepares &/or maintains related reports (e.g., progress notes, care plans, monthly summaries)
• Provides general nursing, direct care &/or programming assistance (e.g., assists with activities of daily living; takes vital signs; feeds residents; assists with grooming, ambulation, range of motion, bowel & bladder training & isolation techniques; independently or with assistance turns, repositions, transfers, lifts, applies releases & restraints & ambulates residents; escorts residents to medical appointments & assists with recreational activities)
• Applies safety & infection control measures
• Provides assistance (i.e., work direction, orientation & training) to Hospital Aides (e.g., dressing, bathing, feeding)
• Attends various meetings (e.g., Interdisciplinary Team Meetings, staff conferences, nursing meetings & in-services)

If you are ready for the next great step in your career……Come join us!

Helpful Tips

Application Procedures:

• To be considered for this position, you must apply on-line through this posting website. (We no longer accept paper applications.)
• When completing your online Application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet each minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting.
• We cannot give you credit for your qualifications, experience, education and training in the job selection process if you do not provide it in your online application.
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• We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application.

Applications must be received no later than 11:59PM of the posting deadline date listed. Applications received after 11:59PM on the deadline date will not be considered. Applications must be submitted online at http://careers.ohio.gov. Paper applications will not be accepted or considered.

The State of Ohio is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider of ADA Services. The Ohio Department of Veterans Services does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status and/or military status in employment or the provision of services.

NOTE: Those who are contacted for an interview should inform the Ohio Veterans Home Office of Human Resources as soon as possible if, as a result of a disability, they will need an accommodation to participate in any phase of the interview process. Such notice will not affect your eligibility to apply for this position.

License to practice nursing as a licensed practical nurse issued by Ohio Board of Nursing pursuant to Section 4723 Ohio

Revised Code & proof of completion of an approved course in medication administration.

Note: Licensed Practical Nurses who administer dialysis treatment must possess Certification in IV Therapy pursuant to

Section 4723.17 Ohio Revised Code

Unusual Working Conditions: May be required to stand for extended periods of time. May be required to lift heavy objects from time to time. May be exposed to a variety of bodily fluids and infectious diseases from residents. May be required to work weekends and mandatory overtime.

Job Skills: Nursing, Medical, Direct Support/Direct Care, Customer Service, Medical records, Attention to Detail, Establishing Relationships, Situational Awareness, Teamwork, Confidentiality