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State of Michigan
Practical Nurse-Licensed E9
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
$59,228 / year median in Michigan
+7% projected growth
Job Description
The MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit our MDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan . (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader) ( PDF reader) (Download PDF reader) This employee provides skilled nursing services to patients under the direction of the Registered Nurse Manager-1. Must be available for Mandatory Overtime. This is a drug and alcohol tested (DART) position under the criteria provided in the collective bargaining unit agreement, as the incumbent has regular and direct contact with hospital patients. The preferred and appointed candidate will be subject to pre-employment, random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, return-to-duty and follow-up drug and/or alcohol testing. To be considered for this position you must: Apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions in submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted. Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week. Attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature. Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered. See instructions for attaching files here: Instructions (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader) All staff with start dates on/after 08/17/2026 will train at the Southeast Michigan Psychiatric Hospital (SMPH) in Northville but, upon completion of training may work at the Walter Reuther Psychiatric Hospital (WRPH) until their position/classification officially moves from WRPH to SMPH at a date yet to be determined. Education Possession of a certificate from a practical nursing education program accepted for licensure by the Michigan Board of Nursing. Experience No specific type or amount is required.
Michigan licensure as a Practical Nurse.
Michigan licensure as a Practical Nurse.