Licensed Practical Nurse

Position Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing assigned health care services to Persons in Our Care. The individual in this position functions as a nursing team member in both infirmary and ambulatory settings. The LPN performs nursing procedures in situations, which require skilled technical care but do not require the direct supervision of the registered nurse.

In highly complex situations, the LPN works under specific direction of the registered nurse. The LPN is responsible for performing duties assigned by the registered nurse including assisting the RN to care for acutely ill patients, assisting in assessment of residents' health needs, making observations, reporting to the RN, and performing related documentation and record management activities.

Salary Information

This position is in pay schedule/range 06-05 with pay starting at $28.56/hour - $36.72/hour, depending on full years of licensure as an LPN.

0 Years $28.56/hour

3 Years $30.20/hour

5 Years $31.83/hour

7 Years $33.46/hour

9 Years $35.09/hour

11+ Years $36.72/hour

Pay on appointment for current state employees may vary according to the applicable pay transaction provisions of the State Compensation Plan, Wisconsin Administrative Code, and statutes. A twelve-month probationary period is required. This position is FLSA Non-Exempt.

In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.

• Insurance: Excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance.

• An exceptional pension plan including a lifetime retirement payment.

• An optional tax-advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.

• The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.

• Our Employee Assistance Program offers employees and their immediate family a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.

• DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

• Please click here for a summary of State of Wisconsin employment benefits or click here to explore employment benefits on the website.

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Job Details

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application.

The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting. The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment.

For more in-depth information on employment with the State of Wisconsin, please see the State Employee Handbook.

This position is not eligible for remote work.

Shifts:

Dodge Correctional Institution in Waupun, WI - 0800-2030. Mon-Tues-Wed, Wed-Th-Fri, alternating weeks

Green Bay Correctional Institution in Green Bay, WI - Determined upon hire

Taycheedah Correctional Institution in Fond du Lac, WI - Determined upon hire

Columbia Correctional Institution in Portage, WI - Determined upon hire

Oshkosh Correctional Institution in Oshkosh, WI - AM/PM rotation

Qualifications

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Qualified candidates must possess current Wisconsin licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse.

Applicants will benefit from experience in:

• Assessing patients by making accurate observations of signs and symptoms which indicate change in physical or mental condition of the patient.
• • Performing effectively in emergency situations.
• • Working as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• • Maintaining a helpful and understanding attitude towards individuals exhibiting hostile or negative behavior.

How To Apply

The initial screening prior to interview is based on a review of your license(s)/credential(s). You will affirm your possession of the required credential and enter your credential number into a text box.

You will be asked to upload a resume or complete the work history. This is step is required by law, but the resume submitted will not be assessed as part of the screening process. Applicants that interview will provide the resume for review at that time.

To apply: Click on "Apply for Job" to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process to submit your application.

Submitted information will be evaluated and qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

You will be asked about your license in the application process, and there will be a field for you to enter your license number. Please enter it as it appears on the DSPS website as this is how we will verify your license. This is the License # that ends in "-31". If your license is listed under a former name, please include your former name in the same text box after you enter your license number.

If your Wisconsin license is pending (and you are not currently licensed in another state), wait until it appears on the DSPS site to apply. You must have a current license to be considered.

Current State of Wisconsin (non-UW) employees: If you arrived at this posting through the Wisc.Jobs site, you will need to go to your Employee Self Services portal and apply through the "Careers" tile on the front page. Permanent classified employees who are eligible for consideration as a transfer or voluntary demotion must complete this application process in order to be considered.

Questions can be directed to Jordan Hampton, HR Specialist, at Jordan.Hampton@wisconsin.gov

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. Please find more on the Department of Corrections' Equity and Inclusion initiative.

Please select all locations you are willing to consider when submitting your application. If you are found eligible and your situation later changes, contact the HR staff above to request an update to your potential work locations.

Deadline to Apply

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the deadline date: Thursday February 6, 2025. At that time, we anticipate creating a new job opening to continue recruiting for this classification, and individuals will need to reapply to be considered. Applications are processed every other week, usually on Thursdays. After your application is processed, you will receive an eligibility designation. The register created from this announcement will be used to fill vacancies, statewide, as they occur for up to 6 months. In the application process, please check only the locations for which you are truly interested.