Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - 2nd & 3rd shift
Starting Hourly Pay – Step 3: $30.10 per hour ($62,608 annually). 1st raise after 6 months increases pay to $31.47 per hour ($65,458 annually). Multiple scheduled pay increases over years of service, with longevity increases starting at the fifth year.
Pay and Benefits
- $500 bonus after 120 days and another $500 bonus after one year
- Shift differential pay for 2nd & 3rd shift
- Overtime opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 annually
- Potential for up to $4,000 in referral bonuses
- Incredible medical coverage begins the 1st of the month following start date
- Free dental & vision after 1 year
- Generous benefits package including vacation, sick, holiday, and personal leave
- Retirement/pension, deferred compensation, credit union benefits available
View the full benefits package at https://careers.ohio.gov/why-work-for-state-of-ohio.
Responsibilities
- Completion of physician orders; assist with exams, treatments, and collect specimens as needed
- Administer medication including controlled substances
- Observe and document residents’ condition in Point-Click-Care system; report to medical team
- Create necessary reports (e.g., progress notes, care plans, monthly summaries)
- Provide general nursing and direct care to residents such as assisting with activities of daily living, vital signs, assisting with ambulation, range of motion, etc.
- May escort and support residents at medical appointments or recreational activities
- Assist with redirecting unsafe actions to bring about positive outcomes
- Apply safety and infection control measures
- Provide assistance (e.g., work direction, training) to Therapeutic Program Workers (STNA) as assigned
- Attend team meetings, trainings, etc.
- All other duties as assigned
Requirements
- License to practice nursing as a licensed practical nurse issued by Ohio Board of Nursing pursuant to Section 4723 Ohio Revised Code
- Proof of completion of an approved course in medication administration
- Licensed Practical Nurses who administer dialysis treatment must possess Certification in IV Therapy pursuant to Section 4723.17 Ohio Revised Code
Unusual Working Conditions
- May be required to stand for extended periods of time
- May be required to lift heavy objects from time to time
- May be exposed to a variety of bodily fluids and infectious diseases from residents
- May be required to work weekends and mandatory overtime
Skills
- Nursing
- Medical
- Direct Support/Direct Care
- Customer Service
- Medical records
- Attention to Detail
- Establishing Relationships
- Situational Awareness
- Teamwork
- Confidentiality
Schedule
Full-time, 1500-2330 OR 2300-0730
About the Organization
The Ohio Veterans Homes, part of the Ohio Department of Veterans Services, provide trauma-informed, long-term care focused on Ohio’s veterans. Facilities in Sandusky and Georgetown offer direct nursing home care, while Sandusky also provides domiciliary living to qualified veterans. The organization is committed to maintaining an inclusive work environment and developing talented, dedicated employees.
Learn more at https://dvs.ohio.gov/what-we-do/work-at-odvs.