Licensed Practical Nurse - NRC at State of Nebraska in Norfolk, Nebraska

Job Description:

The work we do matters!




Hiring Agency:

Health & Human Services - Agency 25



Location:

Norfolk, NE



Hiring Rate:

$25.061



Job Posting:

JR2024-00008997 Licensed Practical Nurse - NRC (Open)



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Job Description:

Starting pay rate $25.061/hour - $33.445/hour, pay rate based on years of LPN work experience. Additional $3/hour facility differential pay for hours worked. Additional $3/hour facility differential pay. Additional shift differentials for 2nd and 3rd shift.


The Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) contributes to the lives and health of Nebraskans every day. Our mission, "Helping people live better lives," provides the motivation to make a difference and that starts right here. Every individual within DHHS makes an impact; we want to elevate, engage, and empower those that choose to spend their energy making the world a little brighter.


We recognize that our teammates bring tremendous value to the State of Nebraska and that their vital work helps fulfill our mission. We support our staff by offering fantastic benefits, training and development opportunities for personal and professional growth, and a positive, team-oriented atmosphere.


We are looking for skilled, caring, Licensed Practical Nurses to join our team. In this role you will be an integral part of our Behavioral Health Division and provide critical care and support to adult patients with mental illness at Norfolk Regional Center.


You have the passion, we have the opportunities - let's make a difference for Nebraskans


Licensed Practical Nurses perform duties within scope of practice including:


• Medication administration


• Documentation


• Initiate therapeutic interactions with patients


• Perform treatments


• Transcribe doctor's orders


• Evaluate physical health and emotional status of patients


• Perform assigned patient education


• Complete order entry


• Supply inventory and ordering; use of electronic medical record.


• Will be a contributing member of the interdisciplinary treatment team delivering holistic and individualized care to patients



Starting Pay Rate: $25.061/hour - $33.445/hour, pay rate based on years of LPN work experience. Additional $3/hour facility differential pay for hours worked.



Work Schedule: Full-time rotating schedule of 1st shift and 2nd shift, works every 3rd weekend.



Requirements/ Qualifications:




Minimum Qualifications: A current license to practice as a licensed practical nurse in Nebraska or authority based on the Nurse Licensure Compact to practice as a licensed practical nurse in Nebraska is required.



Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge or experience working with patients with mental illness or psychiatric disorders. Valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation.


Ability to: be flexible and adapt to rapidly changing situations. Maintain professional boundaries and therapeutic working relationships. Work and function as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team.


For more information about the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services and the Division of Behavioral Health, please visit our website, http://dhhs.ne.gov.






Benefits



We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.


Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits



Equal Opportunity Statement



The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.



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