Licensed Practical Nurse 3

State-of-Georgi; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Georgia, Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse 3 for the night shift to provide direct nursing care to patients under broad supervision.

The role requires completion of an LPN program, a Georgia license to practice, and at least one year of nursing experience; HS diploma/GED accepted with program completion. Georgia State Government offers a robust benefits package for state employees.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required and completion of an LPN program through an approved Georgia Nursing Board.
• Georgia license to practice as an LPN required.
• One year of nursing experience preferred or required at the next level.

Responsibilities

• Provide general direct nursing care to injured, ill, convalescent or disabled individuals.
• Administer medications and injections as prescribed.
• Deliver medical treatments under broad supervision.

Skills

Medication administration

Patient care

Injection administration

Education

High School diploma/GED

LPN program

Georgia LPN license

1 year nursing experience

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!We are the force that drives Georgia!Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens!Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!Job Title:Licensed Practical Nurse 3Agency:Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental DisabilitiesJob Requisition ID:JR0000004167Shift:Night (United States of America)Compensation Details:$61,000.00Job Description:Under broad 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; or Vocational/Technical degree from an accredited college and current Georgia license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse and one (1) year of nursing experience; or one (1) year experience required at the lower-level Licensed Practical Nurse 2 (HCT031) or position equivalent.Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerThe 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.