Licensed Practical Nurse

Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities; Gallipolis (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits (Ohio Med PPO)

Dental/ Vision/ Basic Life included

Paid time off + holidays + leave

Job summary

The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities is accepting applications for a Licensed Practical Nurse at the Gallipolis Developmental Center. This full-time role provides direct patient care under supervision, documents patient conditions, and collaborates with RNs/Physicians to ensure high-quality care.

Responsibilities include medication administration, emergency response, and teaching patients, with opportunities for professional growth within a supportive state agency.

Qualifications

• License to practice nursing as a licensed practical nurse issued by Ohio Board of Nursing.
• Certification in IV Therapy required for LPNs who administer dialysis.
• Current Ohio licensure or eligibility as an LPN is required.

Responsibilities

• Administer nursing care within scope of practice under supervision.
• Observe, document, and report patient conditions; provide patient teaching.
• Administer medications and manage basic treatments as ordered.
• Respond to emergencies and assist RN/Physician as needed.

Skills

Nursing

Attention to Detail

Flexibility

Teamwork

Verbal Communication

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Job description

What You'll Do

Administer nursing care within scope of practice as outlined in section 4723.01 to 4723.40 of the Ohio Revised Code. Works under direction of a Registered Nurse, licensed Physician, Dentist, Podiatrist, or Optometrist. Performs skilled practical nursing procedures and treatments (e.g., obtains vital statistics, applies oxygen, applies sterile dressing, inserts catheters; reinserts gastroscopy tubes, suctions, wound treatments, administers enemas, douches, obtains specimens, administers Enteral feedings, administers medications controlled and non-controlled to include oral, rectal, topical, inhalation, subcutaneous and intramuscular) Observes, documents and reports patient conditions and takes appropriate actions, Provides thorough and knowledgeable report of patient needs to RN/Physician. Provides patient teaching. Monitors patients during and as follow-up for procedures. Assists RN and Physician as needed. Responds to Emergencies, provides first aid, performs cardio-pulmonary resuscitation, uses and directs use of AED in emergency. Maintains medical accountability records and prepares related reports/forms (e.g., charts/patient records, medication administration records, unusual incident forms, seizure documentation forms, restraints logs, and other forms as required) Completes thorough and knowledgeable documentation, Verifies and implements Physician’s orders. Completes and maintains controlled drug administration/tracking records- reports any inaccuracies in documentation immediately, completes and maintains Infection control documentation. Maintains work assignment records/ documents and forms as needed. Maintains supplies needed to provide an organized, appropriately stocked work area (i.e., orders, inventories, delivers/obtains). Communicates with pharmacy as needed to maintain medication stocks. Maintains assigned medical work areas (i.e., cleans equipment/carts cabinets/storage areas) provides daily cleaning. Provides clerical tasks (i.e., answers phones, files, copies, faxes). Provides general nursing care Assists and provides work direction, orientation and training as needed to lower-level direct staff in providing general unskilled nursing care (e.g., feeding, dressing, bathing, transferring and repositioning). Attends Medical appointments as needed, attends and participates in meetings as needed. Responds to patient alarms, assists in the maintaining of patient supervision levels as required. Confers with the Nursing Supervisor or the Director of Nursing in her absence on nursing needs or anything pertaining to the needs of nursing personnel. Mandatory Overtime Is Required Of This Position.

What’s in it for you

Benefits

Medical Coverage

• Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the Ohio Med PPO plan.

Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

• Dental, vision and basic life insurance premiums are free after one year of continuous service.

Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth/Adoption leave

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

• OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.

Deferred Compensation

• The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a Model Employer of Individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability, please contact the ADA Coordinator by email at [e-mail].

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.

Note: Licensed Practical Nurses who administer dialysis treatment must possess Certification in IV Therapy pursuant to Section 4723.17 Ohio Revised Code.

Job Skills

Nursing

Organization

Developmental Disabilities - Gallipolis Developmental Center

Agency Overview

Join Our Team at Gallipolis Developmental Center! Accepting applications for Licensed Practical Nurse - Two (2)Full-Time Position Available

About Us

The Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) is a trauma informed care agency focused on implementing our core values and providing support to people with developmental disabilities. We oversee a statewide system of supportive services that focus on ensuring the health and safety, supporting access to community participation, and increasing opportunities for meaningful employment. To learn more about DODD click here .

Schedule

Full-time

Compensation

$27.56-$34.53/hour

Union

OCSEA

Technical Skills

Basic Documentation, Medical, Nursing, Medical records

Professional Skills

Attention to Detail, Flexibility, Teamwork, Verbal Communication

Work Location

Gallipolis Developmental Cente

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Gallia County-Gallipolis