Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Department of; United States; On-site; USD 53,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for Georgia Regional Hospital - Atlanta in Decatur, GA. Salary ranges $53,000-$61,000 and shifts from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM, or 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM, based on experience.

Responsibilities include medication administration, transcribing orders, assisting RNs, and observing patient behavior.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of medication administration
• Ability to transcribe orders
• Work directly with patients and assist Registered Nurses in all nursing duties
• Observe and document patient behavior

Skills

Medication administration

Transcription orders

Patient care

Observation & documentation

Education

High School diploma/GED and LPN program

Georgia LPN license + 6 months experience

1 year experience at LPN 1 level

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 (LPN)

Agency:

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000003217

Shift:

Any (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

$53,000 - $61,000 (SALARY BASED ON EXPERIENCE)

Job Description:

The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Georgia Regional Hospital - Atlanta, located in Decatur, GA. $53,000 - $61,000 (Salary based on Experience) Various Units/Shifts Available 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM 11:00 PM - 7:30 AM

Job Responsibilities:

• Knowledge of medication administration
• Ability to transcribe orders
• Work directly with patients and assist Registered Nurses in all nursing duties
• Observe and document patient behavior

Due to the volume of resumes/applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. Please be assured that your resume/application will be evaluated and we will contact you if we need clarification or additional information. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted by the hiring agency. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT. Preference will be given to those who, in addition to meeting the above qualifications, also possess the following:

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 (1) 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.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.