Licensed Practical Nurse I-III (Engagement and Activities)

State of Delaware • Dover, DE

4h

About The Position

Make a Difference with DHSS Our mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations. We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas. We offer numerous career opportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in their community today. DHSS is a great place to kick-start your profession. For more information, please visit https://dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/ today! Summary Statement This position provides nursing and oversight of residents’ nursing needs during trips, community outing activities, and in-house activities including, but not limited to, direct nursing care, assessments, and coordination of health care services for the residents. Responsibilities include supervising, providing, evaluating, and assisting with care and treatments by direct care staff and activities staff. In addition, this position will have regular contact with residents, families, nursing staff, physicians, dietary, pharmacy, administration, and other ancillary departments of the facility.

Requirements

• JOB REQUIREMENTS for Licensed Practical Nurse I Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas: Possession of a Delaware Practical Nurse license, Delaware temporary license or multi-state compact license.
• JOB REQUIREMENTS for Licensed Practical Nurse II Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas: Possession of a Delaware Practical Nursing license or multi-state compact license. At least six months' experience as a Practical Nurse.
• JOB REQUIREMENTS for Licensed Practical Nurse III Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas: Possession of a Delaware Practical Nursing license or multi-state compact license. At least eighteen months' experience as a Practical Nurse.
• All new hires are required to attend an in-person, statewide mandatory New Employee Orientation on their first day of employment.
• A satisfactory criminal background check is required and must be covered by the applicant, with an estimated cost of $85.00.
• Pre-employment drug testing is also required.
• Additionally, all new hires are required to complete a 2-Step TB/PPD test, which will be administered on their first day at the facility.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Administers treatments as directed.
• Takes and records vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration).
• Pours, administers, charts and records medications.
• Gives prescribed intramuscular and subcutaneous injections and inoculations.
• Observes patient behavior and condition and reports changes to appropriate staff.
• Records information on patients' charts.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees