Practical Nurse Licensed E9

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

Job summary

State of Michigan – Michigan Department of Corrections is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse E9 to provide comprehensive nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse at a maximum-security facility. This role supports daily living activities, administers medications, and monitors patient conditions.

Candidates must hold a nursing certificate acceptable for licensure by the Michigan Board of Nursing. No specific experience required; training will be provided.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide total patient care for an assigned group of patients.
• Administer medications and treatments.
• Assist with activities of daily living and ambulation as needed.
• Assess patients within the LPN scope of practice, training and competency.
• Keep the RN informed of patient condition changes and response to treatment.

Education

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

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

The Licensed Practical Nurse E9 provides a full range of nursing care through the application of policies, procedures, standards and protocols, under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. Provides total patient care for an assigned group of patients. Assures that their hygiene needs are met, assists with activities of daily living, assists with ambulation as needed. Assesses patients within the LPN scope of practice, training and competency. Administers medications and treatments. Keeps the RN informed of patient condition changes and response to treatment. Works with maximum security prisoners 100% of on-duty time. This role is subject to random drug and alcohol screening.

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.

The Licensed Practical Nurse E9 provides a full range of nursing care through the application of policies, procedures, standards and protocols, under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. Provides total patient care for an assigned group of patients. Assures that their hygiene needs are met, assists with activities of daily living, assists with ambulation as needed. Assesses patients within the LPN scope of practice, training and competency. Administers medications and treatments. Keeps the RN informed of patient condition changes and response to treatment. Works with maximum security prisoners 100% of on-duty time. This role is subject to random drug and alcohol screening.

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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

• 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 complete the form, you may complete the form now and bring it OR fill it out at interview if selected. CS-1783 form

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.

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.

Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.