Licensed Practical Nurse - Skilled Nursing Facility [Gracewood Campus]

Georgia Power Company; Augusta (GA); 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 for the Gracewood Campus skilled nursing facility in Georgia. Under general supervision, you provide direct nursing care and administer medications and injections.

Work hours include 7:00am-7:30pm and 7:00pm-7:30am; compensation ranges from $53,000 to $61,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience. A National and State background check is required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED plus completion of an LPN program and Georgia license.
• Six months of nursing experience or one year at the lower-level LPN 1 position.
• Background checks and vaccinations may be required for employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide general direct nursing care to patients under supervision.
• Administer medications and injections as prescribed.
• Follow DBHDD policies and ensure patient safety and well-being.

Skills

LPN License

Nursing Experience

Education

LPN program completion

GA Nursing License

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse - Skilled Nursing Facility [Gracewood Campus]

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 - Skilled Nursing Facility [Gracewood Campus]

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 - Skilled Nursing Facility [Gracewood Campus]

Agency:

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000005221

Shift:

Not Applicable (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

$53,000.00 - $61,000.00

Job Description:

Work Hours:

7:00am - 7:30pm

7:00pm - 7:30am

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.

For benefits information, please visit: https://careers.dbhdd.ga.gov/why-dbhdd/

Employment Requirements
To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our employees, individuals and communities we serve, certain positions within DBHDD may require evaluations, vaccinations, professional licensure and certifications. Licenses must be current and enable providers to practice within the State of Georgia.

The following is a list of evaluations and vaccinations that may be required for employees, including those not involved with direct care:

• Drug Screening
• Tuberculosis (TB) Evaluation
• Annual Influenza*

*Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process.

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.

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 six months of nursing experience; or 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.