c/s Licensed Practical Nurse I-III

Job Summary

The Department of State (DOS) offers numerous career opportunities in various fields such as economic development, finance, transportation, housing, education, culture, and quality-of-life issues. This entry-level position provides practical nursing care under the supervision of a technical supervisor.

Essential Functions

• Administers treatments as directed.
• Takes and records vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration).
• Pours, administers, charts, and records medications.
• Gives prescribed intramuscular and subcutaneous injections and inoculations.
• Observes patient behavior and condition and reports changes to appropriate staff.
• Records information on patients' charts.

Job Requirements

• Practical Nurse I: Possession of a Delaware Practical Nurse license, Delaware temporary license, or multi-state compact license.
• Practical Nurse II: Possession of a Delaware Practical Nursing license or multi-state compact license, plus at least six months experience as a Practical Nurse.
• Practical Nurse III: Possession of a Delaware Practical Nursing license or multi-state compact license, plus at least eighteen months experience as a Practical Nurse.

Additional Posting Information

• This posting may close on or before 2/26/2027 upon filling the vacant position(s).
• This is a Casual/Seasonal position without benefits.
• This is a series posting.
• Applicants must check the box for each level they wish to be considered for.

Conditions of Hire

• All new hires must attend Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO).
• Criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.
• Pre-employment drug testing is required as part of the hiring process.

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based on education, training, and experience relevant to the job requirements.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. Individuals requesting accommodations should contact the State of Delaware at (302) 739-5458 or email jobs@delaware.gov.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Delaware is committed to an inclusive workforce and values diversity. We strongly encourage applications from candidates representing Delaware, including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.