Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse                                                                                    

Department: Center for Adolescent Services

Posting Closing: Until Filled

Position Location: 333 Access Rd, New Lebanon, OH 45345

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $28.78/hr

Shift: M-F 2pm-10pm

QUALIFICATIONS

An appropriate combination of education, training, course work and experience may qualify an applicant to demonstrate required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of an acceptable qualification is: a college degree from an accredited LPN program, with possession of required licenses and certifications, and 3 years LPN experience.

Ability to document identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of original appointment as a condition of employment in compliance with Immigration Reform and Control Act requirements.

DISTINGUISHING JOB CHARACTERISTICS

Provides direct nursing services as ordered by the physician and register nurse supervisor in accordance with standard nursing practice. Provides general medical care to those confined in a detention facility.

"In this position, you are an At-Will Employee serving at the pleasure of the Administrative Judge."

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty listed below. Reasonable accommodations will be made for disabled persons, covered by the Americans With Disabilities Act, in accordance with its requirements.

Provides day-to-day medical services to youth confined in a detention facility. Assists contractual physician with patient care activities and performs skilled nursing duties.

Examines sick youth or those complaining of medical injuries or conditions. Administers first aid to youth and staff where skilled nursing care is needed.

Assesses youth physical condition and determines needs in conjunction with physician examination, and determines appropriateness for detainment. Assists physicians with the conduct of physical examinations, and medical and surgical procedures, follow-up and care.

Dispenses, accounts for, and administers medications under the order of prescribing physician. Verifies medications and consults pharmacies regarding count, side effects and other related matters. Count medication upon receipt to verify number of pills received.

Coordinates referrals of detained youth to alternate medical treatment facilities and specialists. Schedules and coordinates physician recommendations for follow-up care including optical, dental, surgical and other medical needs. Maintains contact with contracted physician regarding medical issues and problems and follows, and coordinates with orders of youth's personal physicians.

|Completes pre-physical or discharge summaries on youth leaving facility for placement.

Writes progress notes to doctor, dentist or psychiatrist and sends information pertaining to medications.

Maintains infection control procedures throughout facility and implements medical isolation as necessary.

Completes admission screenings and forms. Assesses youth and makes determinations as to whether youth should be sent to detention, hospital, or release.

Completes Department of Youth Service forms.    Maintain the integrity of all policy and procedures, operations manual.

Maintains records pertaining to resident health and medical care. Charts pertinent medical data pertaining to youth medical conditions and treatments.

BENEFITS

Insurance: Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance; $60,000 in basic life and AD&D coverage;

Paid Time Off: Paid Vacation, Sick Leave and Personal Leave;

Retirement: Employer contribution to the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS); Voluntary Deferred Compensation Plans offered.

Other: Tuition Reimbursement