LPN Georgetown, OH $1,000 Sign-On Bonus

It is our honor and privilege to provide comfort and care to Ohio's heroes wartime veterans from all across the state and all branches of service. The Ohio Veterans Homes, part of Ohio Department of Veterans Services, are trauma informed care long-term facilities focused on providing excellent care to Ohios Veterans. The Veteran Homes provide direct nursing home care the Homes in Sandusky and Georgetown as well as domiciliary living to qualified veterans in Sandusky. We aim to maintain an inclusive work environment and commit ourselves to develop talented, inclusive, and dedicated employees.

Licensed Practical Nurse

ALL THE GOOD STUFF!

Starting Hourly Step 3: $29.22 per hour ($60,778 annually)

1st Raise after 1 year: increase to $30.55 per hour ($63,544 annually)

$500 bonus after 120 days and another $500 bonus after one year

Multiple pay increases over your several years of service, with an end salary of $33.52 per hour ($69,722 annually) for first shift employees

Shift differential pay for 2nd & 3rd shift

Longevity increases start at your fifth year and grows as long as you stay with the State of Ohio

Overtime opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,000 annually

Potential for up to $4,000 in referral bonuses

Incredible Medical Coverage begins the 1st of the month following your Start Date

Free Dental & Vision After 1 year

Generous Benefits Packing Including Vacation, Sick, Holiday, and Personal Leave

Retirement/pension, deferred compensation, credit union benefits available

View our full benefits package on our Total Rewards website!

What does a Licensed Practical Nurse do at the Veterans Homes?

A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a direct care worker that assists residents with medical treatments, observes and reports resident needs and concerns to the larger medical team. The LPN can also be seen as support between Registered Nurses and Therapeutic Program Workers (CNA/STNA) on the unit.

Qualifications

License to practice nursing as a licensed practical nurse issued by the Ohio Board of Nursing pursuant to Section 4723 Ohio Revised Code
Proof of completion of an approved course in medication administration
No experience required

Key Responsibilities

Completion of physician orders: assist with physical exams, treatments & collects specimens as needed; administer medication including controlled substances
Observes & documents residents' condition in Point-
Creates other necessary reports (e.g., progress notes, care plans, monthly summaries)
Provides general nursing and direct care to residents such as assisting with activities of daily living, vital signs, assist with ambulation, range of motion.
May escort and support residents at medical appointments or recreational activities
Assists with redirecting unsafe actions to bring about positive outcomes
Applies safety & infection control measures
Provides assistance (e.g., work direction, training, etc.) to Therapeutic Program Workers (STNA) as assigned
Attends team meetings, trainings, etc.
All other duties as assigned

Next Steps:

Ready to apply? Complete your application on Careers.Ohio.gov

Have questions? Visit Work at ODVS | Department of Veterans Services and or call the contact staff on this posting

The Ohio Department of Veterans Services is committed to providing access, inclusion, and reasonable accommodations in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). To request an accommodation, please send an email to View email address on click.appcast.io.

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, positions may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

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
Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

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.

Job Skills: Nursing

Supplemental Information

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. The applicant is required to provide details of minimum qualifications on the application form. Failure to do so will prohibit consideration of the applicant. New hires agree to participate in the State of Ohio Direct Deposit of Paycheck Program per Section 124.151(B) of the Ohio Revised Code.

The State of Ohio is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider of ADA Services. The Ohio Department of Veterans Services does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status and/or military status in employment or the provision of services.

NOTE: Those who are contacted for an interview should inform the Ohio Veterans Home Office of Human Resources as soon as possible if, as a result of a disability, they will need an accommodation to participate in any phase of the interview process. Such notice will not affect your eligibility to apply for this position.

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.

Work Location: In person

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