LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSEAnticipated Starting Salary: $53,557.92Location: Little Rock, AR, US, 72201Category: AR SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF & BLINDPosition Number: 22082548County: PulaskiPosting End Date: 9/17/2026ADE Join the Arkansas Department of Education where each student is recognized as an individual. Through a cultivation of world-class educators, partnering with communities, and an influx of social supports, Arkansas Department of Education provides multi-level supports that help ensure students will receive a personalized education and develop a life-long love of learning.Job SummaryThe Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides essential direct patient care under the supervision of Registered Nurses (RNs) and physicians. LPNs are responsible for assessing patient needs, assisting in care planning, and implementing various aspects of patient treatment.Primary ResponsibilitiesMonitor and record patient vital signs, symptoms, and medical history.Assist patients with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and eating.Administer prescribed medications and injections under supervision.Assist in wound care and other medical procedures as directed by an RN or physician.Communicate with patients and families to provide care instructions and emotional support.Document patient information accurately in electronic health records.Knowledge and SkillsKnowledge of basic nursing practices and healthcare protocols. Ability to observe and document patient conditions accurately. Competent in administering medications and performing basic treatments. Strong communication skills for interacting with patients, families, and healthcare teams.Minimum QualificationsCompletion of a state-approved practical nursing program. Current LPN licensure in Arkansas.Other job-related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of these basic requirements, except for certification or licensure requirements, upon approval of the Qualifications Review Committee.The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.