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Licensed Practical Nurse
Organization: Developmental Disabilities - Warrensville Developmental Center Agency Contact Name and Information: Karen Kolendo, karen.kolendo@dodd.ohio.gov Unposting Date: Ongoing Work Location: Warrensville Developmental Center, 4325 Green Road, Highland Hills 44128 Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Cuyahoga County-Highland Hills Other Locations: United States of America-OHIO-Cuyahoga County-Highland Hills Compensation: $26.76 Schedule: Part-time Work Hours: Evenings/Nights Classified Indicator: Classified Union: OCSEA Primary Job Skill: Nursing Technical Skills: Basic Medical Procedures, Data Entry, Medical Records, Medical Terminology, Advocacy Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Interpreting Data, Listening, Observation Agency Overview: The Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) is a trauma informed care agency focused on implementing our core values and providing support to people with developmental disabilities. We oversee a statewide system of supportive services that focus on ensuring the health and safety, supporting access to community participation, and increasing opportunities for meaningful employment. Job Description
Following direction of Registered Nurses and/or licensed physicians, provide patient care: perform skilled practical nursing procedures or treatments for clients in assigned work area(s) and/or in the clinic (e.g., insert catheters; reinsert gastrostomy tubes; irrigate ears and wounds; give enemas, douches; collect specimens (urine, stool, sputum); apply sterile dressing, Ace bandages and elastic hose; apply topical ointments.) Assist physicians in examination (e.g., physical exams, treatments, etc.); collect data (e.g., pulse, blood pressure, temperature, weight, measurements, etc.) and assist in emergency (first-aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, restraining clients as required); administer immunizations, controlled medications (e.g. narcotics, tranquilizers) & non-controlled medications (e.g., aspirin, antibiotics, vitamins) in oral, rectal or injection form (i.e., intramuscular and subcutaneous), provide instructions and information to clients, families and guardians and habilitation staff regarding medication goals, side effects, direct affect, dosage change, etc. Maintain medication accountability records consistent with Medicaid/Medicare, Department, and professional standards, (e.g., Physician's Order Sheets, Kardex or Interdisciplinary Progress Notes, etc.) Sign utilization record for medications administered from night cabinet. Chart clients record, prepare & count medication utilizing Physician's Order Sheets, transcribe medication orders to Kardex/ MAR client's permanent records (Kardex, MAR (medication administration record) or other established document); record medication administered in clients' charts. Observe and document client's condition and responses to medication, treatment, behavior and other significant activities. Complete episodic illness plan (OPFR) per procedure. Provide general nursing, direct care and/or programming assistance (e.g., take vital signs; assists with personal grooming and hygiene, bathing, etc., implement self-administered medication program (e.g., help clients recognize medication, color, instruction on side-effects, etc.); participate with other program staff in relating to client management and programs, intervention in various client behaviors, such as aggression, agitation, self-injurious, etc.) Represent health services as a member of the interdisciplinary team, participate in meetings by providing input regarding self-medications, behaviors, medications, health problems, etc.; complete and present assessments and plans that are reviewed and signed by RN. Collects data for nursing quarterly assessments and annual IPP information as assigned for RN to analyze and sign. Participate in various meetings, (Resident, interdisciplinary, special team meetings, Hab manager meetings, Monthly Nursing meetings, Continuing Education, Mandatory facility meetings. Provide work direction and training to direct care staff in providing health maintenance services of an unskilled nature, (e.g. bathing techniques, positioning, feet elevation, application of lotions, etc.) Prepare oral and written shift reports, interaction with pharmacy regarding medication maintain equipment and supplies. In the absence of an RN at the worksite, may be assigned charge duty with RN and/or physician on call. 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; MDS certification issued by ANNAC (i.e. American Association of Nurse Assessment Coordination). Job Skills: Nursing, Basic Medical Procedures, Data Entry, Medical Records, Medical Terminology, Advocacy, Attention to Detail, Interpreting Data, Listening, Observation Supplemental Information Background check: The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Rule 5123:2-2-02, "Background Investigations for Employment," outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being employed by the Department of Developmental Disabilities. Hourly wage will be paid at step 1, unless otherwise specified by collective bargaining agreement or rules outlined in the ORC/OAC No additional materials will be accepted after the closing date; in addition, you must clearly demonstrate how you meet minimum qualifications. Dodd is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform job functions, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. 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. To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability, please contact ADA Coordinator Renae Wallace at 614-752-3011 or by email at EEO-DiversityAffairs@dodd.ohio.gov. 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.
Organization: Developmental Disabilities - Warrensville Developmental Center Agency Contact Name and Information: Karen Kolendo, karen.kolendo@dodd.ohio.gov Unposting Date: Ongoing Work Location: Warrensville Developmental Center, 4325 Green Road, Highland Hills 44128 Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Cuyahoga County-Highland Hills Other Locations: United States of America-OHIO-Cuyahoga County-Highland Hills Compensation: $26.76 Schedule: Part-time Work Hours: Evenings/Nights Classified Indicator: Classified Union: OCSEA Primary Job Skill: Nursing Technical Skills: Basic Medical Procedures, Data Entry, Medical Records, Medical Terminology, Advocacy Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Interpreting Data, Listening, Observation Agency Overview: The Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) is a trauma informed care agency focused on implementing our core values and providing support to people with developmental disabilities. We oversee a statewide system of supportive services that focus on ensuring the health and safety, supporting access to community participation, and increasing opportunities for meaningful employment. Job Description
Following direction of Registered Nurses and/or licensed physicians, provide patient care: perform skilled practical nursing procedures or treatments for clients in assigned work area(s) and/or in the clinic (e.g., insert catheters; reinsert gastrostomy tubes; irrigate ears and wounds; give enemas, douches; collect specimens (urine, stool, sputum); apply sterile dressing, Ace bandages and elastic hose; apply topical ointments.) Assist physicians in examination (e.g., physical exams, treatments, etc.); collect data (e.g., pulse, blood pressure, temperature, weight, measurements, etc.) and assist in emergency (first-aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, restraining clients as required); administer immunizations, controlled medications (e.g. narcotics, tranquilizers) & non-controlled medications (e.g., aspirin, antibiotics, vitamins) in oral, rectal or injection form (i.e., intramuscular and subcutaneous), provide instructions and information to clients, families and guardians and habilitation staff regarding medication goals, side effects, direct affect, dosage change, etc. Maintain medication accountability records consistent with Medicaid/Medicare, Department, and professional standards, (e.g., Physician's Order Sheets, Kardex or Interdisciplinary Progress Notes, etc.) Sign utilization record for medications administered from night cabinet. Chart clients record, prepare & count medication utilizing Physician's Order Sheets, transcribe medication orders to Kardex/ MAR client's permanent records (Kardex, MAR (medication administration record) or other established document); record medication administered in clients' charts. Observe and document client's condition and responses to medication, treatment, behavior and other significant activities. Complete episodic illness plan (OPFR) per procedure. Provide general nursing, direct care and/or programming assistance (e.g., take vital signs; assists with personal grooming and hygiene, bathing, etc., implement self-administered medication program (e.g., help clients recognize medication, color, instruction on side-effects, etc.); participate with other program staff in relating to client management and programs, intervention in various client behaviors, such as aggression, agitation, self-injurious, etc.) Represent health services as a member of the interdisciplinary team, participate in meetings by providing input regarding self-medications, behaviors, medications, health problems, etc.; complete and present assessments and plans that are reviewed and signed by RN. Collects data for nursing quarterly assessments and annual IPP information as assigned for RN to analyze and sign. Participate in various meetings, (Resident, interdisciplinary, special team meetings, Hab manager meetings, Monthly Nursing meetings, Continuing Education, Mandatory facility meetings. Provide work direction and training to direct care staff in providing health maintenance services of an unskilled nature, (e.g. bathing techniques, positioning, feet elevation, application of lotions, etc.) Prepare oral and written shift reports, interaction with pharmacy regarding medication maintain equipment and supplies. In the absence of an RN at the worksite, may be assigned charge duty with RN and/or physician on call. 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; MDS certification issued by ANNAC (i.e. American Association of Nurse Assessment Coordination). Job Skills: Nursing, Basic Medical Procedures, Data Entry, Medical Records, Medical Terminology, Advocacy, Attention to Detail, Interpreting Data, Listening, Observation Supplemental Information Background check: The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Rule 5123:2-2-02, "Background Investigations for Employment," outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being employed by the Department of Developmental Disabilities. Hourly wage will be paid at step 1, unless otherwise specified by collective bargaining agreement or rules outlined in the ORC/OAC No additional materials will be accepted after the closing date; in addition, you must clearly demonstrate how you meet minimum qualifications. Dodd is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform job functions, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. 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. To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability, please contact ADA Coordinator Renae Wallace at 614-752-3011 or by email at EEO-DiversityAffairs@dodd.ohio.gov. 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.