Licensed Practical Nurse

State of Ohio • Toledo, OH

15h • Onsite

About The Position

The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join their team at the Northwest Behavioral Healthcare Campus in Toledo, Ohio. This role involves providing medication, education, and empowerment to individuals, observing and recording patient behavior and response to medication, monitoring patient health including vital signs and treatment plan progress, and serving as a member of a multi-disciplinary team. This is an hourly position covered by the OCSEA/AFSCME bargaining unit. The State of Ohio is committed to disability inclusion and is a drug-free workplace. Applicants must possess a valid LPN license in Ohio and proof of completion of an approved course in medication administration. Official transcripts for post-secondary education are required.

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.
• Official transcripts are required for all post-secondary education, coursework, or degrees listed on the application.
• Applicants must submit an official transcript before receiving a formal employment offer.
• Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) business days of the request will result in disqualification from further consideration.
• Transcripts printed from the institution’s website will not be accepted.
• The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution.
• Clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting on your application.
• Answers to the supplemental questions must be fully supported by the work experience/education sections of your application.

Nice To Haves

• Mental Health
• Behavioral Health
• Customer Service
• Attention to Detail
• Teamwork
• Time Management

Responsibilities

• Provide medication, education, and empowerment to individuals
• Observe, evaluate, and record patient behavior, condition, and response to medication.
• Monitor patient health including vital signs, treatment plan progress, and activity participation
• Serve in a fundamental role as a multi-disciplinary team member that creates a safe and positive environment through safety and observation rounds and group facilitation.

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 )

What This Job Offers

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