Licensed Practical Nurse - Warren State Hospital (2nd Shift)

THE POSITION

The Department of Human Services, Warren State Hospital is seeking reliable and caring Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) who wants to enjoy a rewarding career while helping to care for individuals who have serious mental illness.

You will be part of a dedicated team focused on improving individual's mental health and quality of life by providing care during their mental health recovery. Come join the DHS team, apply today!



DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports the daily clinical and therapeutic needs of patients by carrying out essential nursing tasks. It plays a key role in maintaining safe care, clear communication, and steady support throughout the treatment process.

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

• Medication Tasks: Prepare and administer medications and treatments
• Patient Support: Assist patients with daily living activities and therapeutic care
• Clinical Documentation: Record patient behavior, progress notes, and responses to care
• Emergency Response: Respond to emergencies and apply crisis intervention techniques
• Safety Practices: Promote clean, safe conditions and follow infection control procedures
• Advocacy Role: Act as patient advocate and communicate needs to nursing staff

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding the duties of this position may be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment; 80 hours biweekly.
• Work hours are:
  • 2nd shift (3:00 PM - 11:30 PM) with 30-minute lunch.
• Rotating schedule
• Works holidays and weekends
• Multiple positions may be filled from this posting
• Overtime: As needed
• Travel: 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.
• Please Note: 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:

• A conditional offer of employment will require satisfactory completion of a medical examination and a drug screening test.
• 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.

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 <