Southwest Community Services has an opening for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Nursing Department. The working hours are 6:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., Sunday through Thursday.
Responsibilities: This is a licensed practical nurse (LPN) position accountable for administering medication and other prescribed treatments; taking vital signs; assisting with care plan activities; observing and reporting patient conditions and behaviors; and participating in rehabilitation, ambulation, and transfers. LPN’s oversee the delegation of work to the direct support professional; communicate with doctors, patients, and families; and educate patients on care. May transport clients to offsite appointments.
Required knowledge, skills, and abilities: Knowledge of current nursing theory, practices, and techniques. Skills in applying practical nursing principles with physical, mental, and intellectual disabilities. Ability to: establish and maintain working relationships with co-workers and the public; complete assignments within specified timeframes; develop and implement procedures from general instructions; work weekends, holidays, and/or required overtime and; fulfill on-call responsibility.
Eligibility: Licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
To Apply: Apply online at https://mocareers.mo.gov by selecting the Licensed Practical Nurse position located in Nevada, MO by
July 16, 2024, or contact the Human Resources Office at dmh.nevada.swcshr@dmh.mo.gov
WHY DMH? The Missouri Department of Mental Health is dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and public understanding of mental illness and developmental disabilities. By joining our team, YOU can make a difference in the lives of those impacted by a mental illness or developmental disability so they have the opportunity to pursue their dreams, live their lives to the fullest, and be a valued member of their communities.
- This is a licensed practical nurse (LPN) position accountable for administering medication and other prescribed treatments; taking vital signs; assisting with care plan activities; observing and reporting patient conditions and behaviors; and participating in rehabilitation, ambulation, and transfers. LPN’s oversee the delegation of work to the direct support professional; communicate with doctors, patients, and families; and educate patients on care. May transport clients to offsite appointments.
Knowledge of current nursing theory, practices, and techniques. Skills in applying practical nursing principles with physical, mental, and intellectual disabilities. Ability to: establish and maintain working relationships with co-workers and the public; complete assignments within specified timeframes; develop and implement procedures from general instructions; work weekends, holidays, and/or required overtime and; fulfill on-call responsibility.
Licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
The Missouri Department of Mental Health is dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and public understanding of mental illness and developmental disabilities. By joining our team, YOU can make a difference in the lives of those impacted by a mental illness or developmental disability so they have the opportunity to pursue their dreams, live their lives to the fullest, and be a valued member of their communities.
