Licensed Practical Nurse

• Southeastern Veterans' Center (Part-Time) (2nd and 3rd Shift) Spring City, PA 1 DAYS AGO 22720768 Summary Spring City, PA In-Person $33.03
• $41.

23 per Hour 0 Years Experience Vocational/Technical Certificate No Commission 20.00 hours per week / Evening, Night, Weekend, Rotation Shift / Part-Time Description

THE POSITION

The Licensed Practical Nurse role at the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs offers a chance to make a real difference every day. At the Southeastern Veterans Home, you will support our veterans and spouses by providing dependable and compassionate care. This position allows you to build strong connections while working in a team that values respect and service. Join us and help create a welcoming and safe home for those who served. Watch this video to see how you can make a difference caring for Pennsylvania's veterans working for the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. Come join the DMVA team, apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position helps ensure that residents receive consistent, safe, and respectful nursing care in a supportive environment. As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you will perform the following duties:

Health Assessment Support:

Assist the RN by checking resident health status and ensuring accurate and confidential documentation

Medication Management:

Administer medications and treatments, verify pharmacy orders, and maintain accurate records

Resident Observation:

Observe residents for changes or concerns and report findings while documenting daily care activities

Care Coordination:

Work with the RN to help plan and adjust resident care and participate in nursing committees when needed

Safety and Hygiene:

Ensure residents are clean, safe, and well groomed while supporting infection control practices

Specialized Care:

Provide focused care for residents in specialty units such as Alzheimer care Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding the duties of this position may be found in the position description.

Work Hours and Additional Information:

Part-time employment; 8hrs per day, 40hrs biweekly Positions are available on the following shifts: 2nd shift

• 3:00 PM
• 11:30 PM 3rd shift
• 11:00 PM
• 7:30 AM Rotating schedules and also works every other weekend.

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 hourly salary of $33.03 (before taxes). DMVA is pleased to announce the launch of a Nursing Referral Program, promoting the hiring and retention of nursing staff at Pennsylvania's veterans homes. Under this program, both referring employees and referred candidates may be eligible for payments of up to $4,000. 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. 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 from consideration for this position. All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information. Additional Details How To Identify Potential Job Scams