Licensed Practical Nurse, PT Sign-on bonus of $1000 available

The final applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to the appointment to test for illegal drug use. An applicant with a positive test result will not be offered employment

DUTIES: Performs skilled practical nursing procedures or treatments (e.g. administers oxygen; conducts blood glucose testing; applies sterile dressing, inserts catheters; gives enemas & douches; collects specimens), assists physicians (e.g. with client & new employee physical exams, treatments &/or lab tests) & assists in emergencies (e.g. first aid, cardio-pulmonary resuscitation, restraining clients), conducts neurological & circulation assessments (e.g. aspirin, anticonvulsants, antihypertensives, decongestives, antihistamines, thyroid & cardiovascular preps, psychotropic) medication in oral, rectal or injection form (i.e. administers intramuscular & subcutaneous injections & TB skin tests), provides medication instructions to clients. Maintains medication records (e.g. charts client records, prepares & counts medication, maintains medication stock & medical equipment & supplies). Provides general nursing, direct care (e.g. takes client vital signs; assists with personal grooming & hygiene, bathing or daily living activities; administers topical ointments & solutions, eye, ear &/or nose drops; applies bandages & warm/cold compresses, escorts clients & assists with recreational activities). Provides assistance (i.e. provides work direction, orientation & training) to lower-level direct care staff (e.g. TPW's) in providing general unskilled nursing care (e.g. dressing, bathing, feeding ) to clients & attends & participates in various meetings (e.g. in-service training, nursing) as assigned. Observes, documents & reports client conditions (e.g. medication reactions, treatment responses, client behavior & progress) & prepares &/or maintains related reports & records (e.g. nursing health assessments, unusual incident reports, client records, medication reports & performs clerical tasks (e.g. filing, duplicating, answering phone) as required to record client data.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SPECIAL EXPERIENCE: Knowledge of skilled licensed practical nursing procedures; pharmacology; client care; first aid; general hospital practices & procedures; agency, institutional, hospital or clinic practices & procedures*. Skill in use of medical equipment (e.g. respirator, sterilizer, oxygen equipment, blood pressure cuff) hypodermics. Ability to understand practical field of study; deal with some abstract, but mostly concrete variables; recognize unusual or threatening conditions & take appropriate emergency action; develop good rapport with patients &/or clients; understand manuals & verbal instructions associated with practical nursing. *Developed after employment

License to practice nursing as a licensed practical nurse issued by Ohio Board of Nursing pursuant to Section 4723 Ohio Revised Code & proof of completion of an approved course in medication administration.

Note: Licensed Practical Nurses who administer dialysis treatment must possess Certification in IV Therapy pursuant to Section 4723.17 Ohio Revised Code.

About the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities - Cambridge Developmental Center

The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) is a trauma informed care agency focused on implementing our core values and providing services to individuals with developmental disabilities. We oversee a state-wide system of supportive services that focus on ensuring health and safety, supporting access to community participation and increasing opportunities for meaningful employment. Cambridge Developmental Center is located in the southeast region of Ohio and is home to adults with developmental disabilities.

DODD Core Values:

To help Ohioans with developmental disabilities, DODD has embodied the following core values that focus on the experience of our customers, the people we serve and their families.

* Kindness & Empathy - All interactions are based on genuine care and concern for all involved. We listen to those we serve, our partners and each other.
* Collaboration - We engage with each other and our partners with openness and trust.
* Transparency - We are accessible and visible in our business practices.
* Quality Innovation - The services we deliver are value-added and promote excellence.
* Inclusiveness - Cultivate an environment that embraces diversity and ideas at every level of interaction. Our systems and processes are designated to ensure that every person is treated equally and every voice is heard fairly.
* Accountability - We conduct ourselves professionally and will manage taxpayer dollars responsibly.

What you'll do as a Licensed Practical Nurse at Cambridge Developmental Center:

* Medication and treatment administration.
* Checking residents per direct care staff concerns and post incident.
* Completing documentation - i.e. 24-hour report, nursing notes, medication administration record and physician orders.
* Acts as a liaison with physicians by communicating medical concerns of residents with physicians and other medical consultants and then informing team members of treatment recommendations.
* Attends meetings i.e. medication reviews, admission/discharge and special team meetings.
* Assists with physical exams of individuals.
* Preparing and filing medical related documents.
* 60 cent shift differential for all hours worked on 2nd or 3rd shift.
* Pay increase after 180 days.
* Every other weekend off.
* Mandatory hours are required.
* Sign-on bonus of $1000 available - $500 to be paid after 120 days and remaining $500 to be paid after 1 year.

What's in it for you:

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

* Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.

Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

* Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.

Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance

* Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
* 11 paid holidays per year
* Childbirth/Adoption leave

Employee Development Funds

* The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

* OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee's salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.

Deferred Compensation

* The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.

License to practice nursing as a licensed practical nurse issued by Ohio Board of Nursing pursuant to Section 4723 Ohio Revised Code; MDS certification issued by ANNAC (i.e. American Association of Nurse Assessment Coordination).

Job Skills: Nursing

Professional Skills: Attention to detail, Confidentiality, Responsiveness, Teamwork and Time Management

Technical Skills: Behavioral Health, Human Services, Medical, Medical Charting

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a Model Employer of Individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free Workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.