LPN/AUG 2026 Sign On Bonus %241000 - Full time & Part time available
About The Position
The Ohio Veterans Homes, part of the Ohio Department of Veterans Services, are trauma-informed care long-term facilities focused on providing excellent care to Ohio’s Veterans. The Veteran Homes provide direct nursing home care 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 developing talented, inclusive, and dedicated employees. This role provides direct nursing care to residents, assists with medical treatments, observes and reports resident needs and concerns to the medical team, and supports 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
- No experience required
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Licensed Practical Nurses who administer dialysis treatment must possess Certification in IV Therapy pursuant to Section 4723.17 Ohio Revised Code.
Responsibilities
- Completion of physician orders: assist with physical exams, treatments & collects specimens as needed; administer medication including controlled substances
- Observes & documents residents' condition in Point-Click-Care system, reports to medical team
- Creates 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, assist with ambulation, range of motion.
- 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
- Provides assistance (e.g., work direction, training, etc.) to Therapeutic Program Workers (STNA) as assigned
- Attends 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)
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,000 annually
- Potential for up to $4,000 in referral bonuses
- Incredible Medical Coverage begins the 1st of the month following your Start Date
- Free Dental & Vision After 1 year
- Generous Benefits Packing Including Vacation, Sick, Holiday, and Personal Leave
- Retirement/pension, deferred compensation, credit union benefits available
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
