LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE 2* - 12172024 - 64057

State of Tennessee • Hamilton County, OH

380d • $34,404 - $51,456

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for licensed practical nursing duties of average difficulty and performs related work as required. This position is located at the Moccasin Bend Mental Health Institute in Hamilton County, Tennessee. The employee in this class is responsible for providing licensed practical nursing health care support in a hospital, clinic, institution, or in the home. The role may require working days, evenings, nights, and/or weekends.

Requirements

• Currently licensed as a practical nurse in the State of Tennessee or holds a privilege to practice in the State of Tennessee under the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC).
• A valid motor vehicle operator license may be required.
• Completion of a criminal history disclosure form.
• Agreement to release all records involving their criminal history.
• Supply a fingerprint sample for a criminal history records check.
• Submit to a review of their status on the Department of Health’s vulnerable persons registry.

Responsibilities

• Performs BLS (Basic Life Support), CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation), and other emergency responses.
• Provides health care support as directed by the immediate supervisor.
• Follows a prescribed health care plan or protocol.
• Takes the patient's vital signs.
• Identifies patient's allergies.
• Administers medication.
• Monitors side effects of medication.
• Observes effectiveness of medications.
• Feeds the patient.
• Bathes the patient.
• Prepares the patient for laboratory tests.
• Obtains required lab specimens per protocol.
• Prepares specimens for transport to an outside laboratory.
• Documents assessments, care and education provided to the patient.
• Maintains an adequate, current, and secure inventory of health care supplies.
• Ensures that medical equipment and designated work areas are kept clean and serviceable.
• Fosters teamwork to ensure total care of patient/client and outside entities.
• Communicates with internal and external entities.

Benefits

• Full-Time employment
• Salary range: $34,404.00 - $51,456.00 annually

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees