Practical Nurse Licensed E9

State of Michigan; Ionia (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Michigan Department of Corrections seeks a practical nurse to perform a full range of nursing assignments under direct supervision by a Registered Nurse. The role requires a state-accepted practical nursing certificate and a commitment to patient care within a corrections setting.

New hires will participate in department-specific training and orientation programs. Applicants should meet standard ethical and background checks as part of the state classified service requirements.

Qualifications

• Possession of a certificate from a practical nursing education program accepted for licensure by the Michigan Board of Nursing.
• No specific type or amount of work experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs a full range of practical nurse assignments under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Skills

Nursing skills

Patient care

Education

P.N. certificate (LPN)

Job description

Job Description

The Michigan Department of Corrections is proud to be a Michigan Veteran's Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran Friendly Employer. MDOC is proud to employ nearly 1,500 veterans and actively serving military members across the department. The Department has many benefits and services available to support our military and veteran employees, spouses, and families. Learn more about what makes MDOC a Gold-Level Veteran Friendly Employer here.

This employee performs a full range of practical nurse assignments. The work requires considerable knowledge of the proper methods and procedures for performing assignments as well as considerable knowledge of basic nursing techniques and methods. He/she works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse at all times.

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Required Education and Experience

Education

Possession of a certificate from a practical nursing education program accepted for licensure by the Michigan Board of Nursing.

Experience

No specific type or amount is required.

Additional Requirements and Information

The Department of Corrections may screen out job applicants who have been convicted of a felony in accordance with Public Act 191 of 2017. Applicants who have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony are ineligible for employment with the Department of Corrections until satisfactory completion of any sentence imposed, including parole or probation.

• REQUIRED INFORMATION: Employment in the state classified service demands a high degree of loyalty and imposes high ethical standards on employees to ensure the integrity of state government and maintain effective services. All employees must meet these ethical standards and all appointing authorities are obligated to enforce these ethical standards. As part of this effort all employees are required to report any possible conflict of interest, please review the information and be prepared to respond to questions related to the information in your application. Ethical Standards and Conduct (Note: you do not need to fill out the form)

New Hires

New hires to the MDOC along with previous MDOC employees that are returning after being away from the department for more than two years will complete Non-Custody New Employee Training (NCNET) either 40 hours or 80 hours of initial in-person training based on their level of offender contact and job classification. All new employees will complete additional online training to successfully complete their non-custody new employee training.