State of Missouri
Sikeston, Missouri, United States
Apr 30, 2024
Full Time
Job Posting Number: SOUTHEAST MISSOURI RESIDENTIAL SERVICES-Licensed Practical Nurse II Salary: $1,203.00 - $ 1,924.00 Job Location: This position will be located at 112 Plaza Drive. Sikeston, MO. 63801 Why you'll love this position: The Missouri Department of Mental Health is dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and public understanding of mental illness and developmental disabilities. By joining our team, YOU can make a difference in the lives of those impacted by a mental illness or developmental disability so they have the opportunity to pursue their dreams, live their lives to the fullest, and be a valued member of their communities. What you'll do: Provide bedside care, including feeding, gavage, bathing, bed making, ambulation, and oral hygiene; take and record temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, etc; observe patients to detect deviations from normal conditions; record and report signs and symptoms which may be indicative of change; perform a variety of nursing duties including special decubitus care, tracheal care, oral and nasal tracheal suctioning, change of dressings, oxygen and aerosol therapy, catheterizations, bladder irrigations and instillation, etc; ability to perform a variety of advanced practical nursing duties; ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions; ability to keep records and make reports. All you need for success: Minimum Qualifications Possession of a current license to practice as a Practical Nurse in the State of Missouri or in accordance with Missouri's Nurse Licensure Compact; and one or more years of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse in a hospital, institution or health care facility. If you have questions about this position please contact: Terressa.Ash@dmh.mo.gov The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Closing Date/Time: 2024-05-28