Licensed Practical Nurse

State of Ohio; Gallipolis Township (OH); On-site; USD 37,084 - 46,177; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Paid time off

Competitive retirement plans

Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance after eligibility

Job summary

A governmental agency in Gallipolis Township is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for a part-time position. The role involves administering nursing care, conducting basic medical procedures, and maintaining documentation under the supervision of registered staff. Competitive hourly wages start at $26.92, with increases after six months. This agency values inclusion and offers substantial employee benefits, including medical coverage, paid time off, and retirement plans tailored for public employees.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse must be licensed by the Ohio Board of Nursing.
• Proof of completion of an approved course in medication administration is required.
• Certification in IV Therapy is needed for those administering dialysis.

Responsibilities

• Administer nursing care within scope of practice under direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Perform skilled nursing procedures and documentation.
• Monitor patients and respond to emergencies, providing first aid.

Skills

Basic Documentation

Medical

Nursing

Attention to Detail

Flexibility

Teamwork

Verbal Communication

Education

License to practice nursing as a Licensed Practical Nurse

Job description

Job Description - Licensed Practical Nurse (250002CB)

Licensed Practical Nurse (250002CB)

Organization

Developmental Disabilities - Gallipolis Developmental Center

Agency Contact: [e-mail]

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Work Location

Gallipolis Development Center, 2500 Ohio Avenue, Gallipolis 45631-1699

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Gallia County-Gallipolis

Compensation: $26.92 - $33.52

Schedule

Part-time

Work Hours: 6:30am - 3:00pm

Union: OCSEA

Primary Job Skill

Nursing

Technical Skills: Basic Documentation, Medical, Nursing, Medical records

Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Flexibility, Teamwork, Verbal Communication

Agency Overview

Join Our Team at Gallipolis Developmental Center!

Accepting applications for Licensed Practical Nurse - One (1) Part-Time Position Available.

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.

The Gallipolis Developmental Center is located along the Ohio River within the historic city of Gallipolis. We provide off‑campus work/habilitative activities during the day. In addition, we also have an Activity Center on‑ground for habilitation, recreation, work‑readiness and therapeutic training for individuals choosing those activities. We also provide a full array of health services, as well.

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

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full‑time and part‑time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• 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.
• The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan.

ADA Statement

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].

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full‑time and part‑time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• 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)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

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

Supplemental Information

Starting Wage for Licensed Practical Nurses is $26.92 per hour and increases to $28.40 per hour after only 6 months!

• The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Rule 5123-2-02, “Background Investigations for Employment,” outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being employed by the Department of Developmental Disabilities.
• The final applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to the appointment to test for illegal drug use. An applicant with a positive result will not be offered employment.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug‑free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non‑medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.