Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Domiciliary (DOM+) 2nd Shift Part-Time

State of Ohio • Sandusky, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Ohio Veterans Homes, part of the Ohio Department of Veterans Services, are trauma-informed care long-term care facilities focused on providing excellent care to Ohio’s Veterans. The Veteran Homes provide direct nursing home care at facilities in Sandusky and Georgetown as well as domiciliary living to qualified veterans in Sandusky. We aim to maintain an inclusive work environment and commit ourselves to develop talented, inclusive, and dedicated employees. This role involves providing comfort and care to Ohio's heroes — wartime veterans from all across the state and all branches of service. A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a direct care worker that assists residents with medical treatments, observes and reports resident needs and concerns to the larger medical team. The LPN can also be seen as support between Registered Nurses and Therapeutic Program Workers (CNA/STNA) on the unit.

Requirements

• 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.
• Licensed Practical Nurses who administer dialysis treatment must possess Certification in IV Therapy pursuant to Section 4723.17 Ohio Revised Code
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
• The applicant is required to provide details of minimum qualifications on the application form. Failure to do so will prohibit consideration of the applicant.
• New hires agree to participate in the State of Ohio Direct Deposit of Paycheck Program per Section 124.151(B) of the Ohio Revised Code.
• The final applicant selected for this position may be required to submit to urinalysis prior to an appointment to test for illegal drug use.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal records check as required by Section 3721.121 of the Ohio Revised Code.

Nice To Haves

• Nursing
• Medical
• Direct Support/Direct Care
• Customer Service
• Medical records
• Attention to Detail
• Establishing Relationships
• Situational Awareness
• Teamwork
• Confidentiality

Responsibilities

• Completion of physician orders; assist with exams, treatments & collect specimens as needed; administer medication including controlled substances
• Observes & documents residents’ condition in Point-Click-Care system, reports to medical team
• Create other necessary reports (e.g., progress notes, care plans, monthly summaries)
• Provides general nursing and direct care to residents such as assisting with activities of daily living, vital signs, assisting with ambulation, range of motion, etc.
• May escort and support residents at medical appointments or recreational activities
• Assists with redirecting unsafe actions to bring about positive outcomes
• Applies safety & infection control measures
• Provide assistance (e.g., work direction, training, etc.) to Therapeutic Program Workers (STNA) as assigned
• Attend team meetings, trainings, etc.
• All other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )
• Free Dental & Vision After 1 Year
• Generous Benefits Package Including Vacation, Sick, Holiday, and Personal Leave
• Retirement/pension, deferred compensation, credit union benefits available
• Shift differential pay for 2nd & 3rd shift
• Longevity increases start at your fifth year and grows as long as you stay with the State of Ohio
• Overtime opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,000 annually
• Potential for up to $4,000 in referral bonuses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree