Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Summary - Why you’ll love this position

Working with the Division of Youth Services is more than it seems. You will be working with staff to create a safe, therapeutic, and educational environment for youth in our day treatment and residential programs. To succeed in this position you will need to be empathetic, nonjudgmental, cooperative, encouraging, able-bodied, professional, and respectful; you must be able to communicate clearly, honestly and openly. We also offer a variety of great benefits including health, dental, vision, paid holidays, cafeteria plans, retirement, and more. Join us and help make the difference for our youth today!

The current rate for this position is $1,993.69 semi-monthly. Individual(s) selected for this position may receive a higher rate based on a pay differential (e.g. shift, or time-of-service pay).

Responsibilities - What you’ll do

This is advanced practical nursing work in the care and treatment of patients or residents in a facility of the Missouri Division of Youth Services. This position performs a variety of nursing duties including preparing nursing assessment summaries and health care plans, implementing health care plans, instructing residents and patients in performing personal health care, and performing preventative nursing care.

The following tasks are the responsibility of the Licensed Practical Nurse:

Perform practical nursing work in the care and treatment of youth in a facility of the Missouri Division of Youth Services. Provide each youth with a complete physical exam upon entry into the facility. Create a complete medical file for each youth and maintain in accordance with DYS medical policies.

Establish medication logs for each group. Review logs weekly to ensure they are current and staff is dispensing medications correctly. See all youth requesting medical attention, and review all medical complaints, injury reports, and physicians’ orders daily.

Establish and maintain an ongoing awareness of all youth that have been identified as having special health care needs and report significant findings to supervisor. Inventory medications twice per month. Check inventory quarterly to ensure it meets agency requirements.

Participate and assist RN with the medication reviews and the preparation and submission of reports. Provide immunizations to youth as directed by policy. Maintain immunization records and submit to appropriate agencies.

Transport students and/or families to appointments and other locations as necessary. Conduct CPR and First Aid classes for youth and staff. Obtain and maintain certification as CPR and First Aid Instructor.

Work with management to ensure all staff receive and maintain certification in CPR and standard First Aid. Provide health care and hygiene instruction to youth, staff, and families, promoting health and prevention and management of illness, injury, and special health needs. Complete all required reports and correspondence in a timely, accurate manner in accordance with established procedures and formats.

Perform other related work as assigned.

Knowledge, skills & abilities

Knowledge of current nursing theory, practices, and techniques. Ability to work assigned schedule which may include a variety of shifts, weekends, holidays, and/or required overtime.

Qualifications - All you need for success

Possession of a current license to practice as a Practical Nurse in the State of Missouri or in accordance with Missouri’s Nurse Licensure Compact; and one or more years of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse.

Pursuant to State Law, this position requires accreditation, licensure, and/or professional or occupational license which is only available to holders of specific post-secondary degrees

Special

Requirements

Possession of a valid driver’s license

Job Details - More reasons to love this position

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

Contact Details - If you have questions or require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact:

If you experience an accessibility issue while applying at mocareers.mo.gov, please contact courtney.a.hall@dss.mo.gov or call 573-526-0416. If you have questions about this position, please contact: hrc@dss.mo.gov. All are encouraged to apply as locations may continue to become available.

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.