Licensed Practical Nurse 2

Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Department of; United States; On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse 2 for day shifts. The role involves delivering general nursing care to patients, administering medications, and providing injections under supervision.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, completion of an approved LPN program, and a current Georgia nursing license. Experience requirements include six months post-licensure and typically one year at the LPN 1 level or equivalent.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED and completion of an LPN Program through an approved Georgia Nursing Board.
• Vocational/Technical degree from an accredited college and current Georgia license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse and six months of nursing experience.
• One year of experience required at the lower-level Licensed Practical Nurse 1 (HCT030) or position equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provides general direct nursing care to injured, ill, convalescent or disabled individuals.
• Care includes providing medical treatments, administering medication and giving injections.

Job description

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse 2

Agency: Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Job Requisition ID: JR0000004141

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details: $53,000.00

Job Description

Under general supervision, provides general direct nursing care to injured, ill, convalescent or disabled individuals. Care includes providing medical treatments, administering medication and giving injections.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED and completion of a LPN Program through an approved Georgia Nursing Board
• Vocational/Technical degree from an accredited college and current Georgia license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse and six months of nursing experience
• One year of experience required at the lower-level Licensed Practical Nurse 1 (HCT030) or position equivalent

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

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