LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE SUPERVISOR/EXPE
About The Position
The mission of the Department of Corrections is to be a public safety resource for Arkansas families by providing professional management solutions and evidence-based rehabilitative initiatives for offenders. All DOC positions are designated as Safety Sensitive Positions and are subject to random drug testing pursuant to the Secretarial Directive governing Personnel Drug Testing. Medical marijuana usage, as defined in Amendment 93 of the Arkansas Constitution, prohibits Personnel in a Safety-Sensitive Position from the use of medical marijuana even if they are qualifying patient under the amendment and/or hold a registry identification card. Department Personnel are prohibited from the use or possession of a medicinal marijuana card pursuant to this policy and state law. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides essential direct patient care under the supervision of Registered Nurses (RNs) and physicians. LPNs are responsible for assessing patient needs, assisting in care planning, and implementing various aspects of patient treatment.
Requirements
- Completion of an accredited LPN program.
- Current LPN licensure in Arkansas.
- Minimum of three years of practical nursing experience.
Nice To Haves
- Supervisory experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and mentor a team of Licensed Practical Nurses and other staff members.
- Ensure proper administration of medications and treatments as per physician orders.
- Assist in patient assessments and documentation.
- Monitor and evaluate care outcomes, adjusting plans as needed.
- Provide support and guidance to LPNs in complex cases or when clinical judgment is needed.
- Coordinate with physicians and RNs to ensure comprehensive patient care.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
