Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

Odle Management – A subsidiary of Eckerd Connects

Want to make a difference in a young person's life?  This is a position that is very rewarding in training and mentoring at risk youth.

Our Benefits: 

• Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off the first year
• 11 paid holidays
• Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid short-term and voluntary long-term disability
• Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary term life insurance

Hourly Rate: $24.00

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• The Licensed Practical Nurse reports to the Health and Wellness Director and is an hourly, non-exempt position.
• The Licensed Practical Nurse works closely with students and nursing staff to apply health and wellness care plans. 
• Provides nursing services within the scope of practice for state-specific nurse Practice Act.
• Performs physical, emotional wellness assessments, and cursory exams for all students. 
• The Licensed Practical provides for a wellness care plan that addresses students’ needs according to protocol outlined in Health Standing Orders or refers students to the Center Physician/mid-level practitioner.
• Reviews all laboratory results and flags abnormal results for review by the center Physician.
• Follows protocol for infection control by adhering to the Blood borne Pathogen Control plan and disinfecting work sites. Ensures the appropriate handling of specimens and equipment, as well as the sterilization of equipment.
• Documents each encounter with students in their health records.

Education and Experience Requirements:   

• State Licensed Vocational Nurse’s License/Licensed Practical Nurse’s License and one year’s experience as a practicing LVN/LPN.
• Active, unrestricted license to practice in state where center is located.
• Prefer two or more years of experience.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record preferred.

Additional Requirements: 40-hour per week minimum coverage and regular attendance as described in the Attendance Policy. Knowledge of nursing practices/procedures.  Good organizational skills.  Familiarity with medical needs of disadvantaged youth. Ability to carry out instructions with minimal supervision. Must maintain CPR/First Aid certification. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Ability to communicate effectively and relate to trainee population. Position requires an ability to operate office equipment. In addition, an individual must be able to interact with team members and maintain an effective working relationship with all facility staff and departments. 

*This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties that may be performed by a person so classified.

Job Corps is the largest nationwide residential career training program in the country and has been operating for more than 60 years. The program helps eligible young people ages 16 through 24 complete their high school education, trains them for meaningful careers, and assists them with obtaining employment.

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Please follow the link for more information about this program: https://eckerd.org/jobs-training/jobcorps/

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Eckerd Connects is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including individuals with disabilities. We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws by providing reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.  If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact recruiting@eckerd.org.  Relay Services Dial 711.

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Odle Management is a drug-free workplace and utilizes E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.

The employer of record for this position is Eckerd Youth Alternatives, Inc. DBA Eckerd Connects which assigns employees to Odle Management Group, LLC.