Licensed Practical Nurse - Ebensburg Center

THE POSITION

The Department of Human Services, Ebensburg Center is looking for someone to provide exceptional nursing care to our individuals. If you enjoy working with people, we have the job for you!

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DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position focuses on delivering steady nursing care and supporting treatment plans for individuals at the Ebensburg Center.

As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you will perform the following duties:

• Nursing Support: Provide care that follows the nursing process and maintains wellness for each individual
• Active Treatment: Participate in treatment planning by attending meetings and completing documentation for assigned cases
• Health Communication: Relay observations to physicians and assist with examinations and health interventions
• Care Coordination: Carry out nursing functions, monitor individuals, and report changes in health status
• Emergency Response: Perform emergency procedures, support evacuations, and apply safety measures as needed
• Professional Conduct: Maintain licensure, follow regulations, and continue developing nursing skills

Additional details regarding the duties of this position may be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours:
  • 2nd shift (3:00 PM - 11:30 PM)
• Rotating days off, work weekends and holidays as assigned
  • Off Every 3rd Weekend
• Work schedule may change based on operational needs.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.
• Overtime: As needed
• FREE PARKING!
• The Department of Human Services provides excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, as well as opportunities for career advancement.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $68,914.00 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Necessary Special Requirements:

• This position requires active authorization to practice as a Licensed Practice Nurse in Pennsylvania.
• All employees possessing an active temporary practice permit must obtain licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse within the one (1) year period defined by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.

Other Requirements:

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• If you are within 60 days of completing a licensed practical nursing program approved by the State Board of Nursing, you are eligible to apply for this job posting. At the time of appointment to a position, you must show proof of possession of a current, valid PA temporary practice permit or PA Licensed Practical Nurse license.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
  • Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.
• A conditional offer of employment will require satisfactory completion of a medical examination and drug screening.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this positio