<p>Position Summary</p> <p>Under the limited supervision of a Nursing Supervisor, under the direction of the Nurse Clinician 2 (RN), this is objective-level licensed practical nursing work. The position is responsible for providing routine direct and indirect patient care for geriatric and/or disabled members at the Wisconsin Veterans Home at King (WVHK), working directly with members and families. The incumbent receives specific direction and assists professional-level healthcare providers in complex situations.</p> <p>Nursing services are provided in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act; American Nurses Association and Gerontological Nursing Standards; federal and state statutes and administrative rules; U.S. Veterans Affairs (VA) regulations; and the mission, philosophy, policies and procedures of the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) and WVHK. The work is characterized by the technical knowledge of patient care, observation, treatments and medications. The incumbent is expected to meet specific technical nursing requirements and to make critical observations of members.</p> <p>A copy of the full job description is available to view.</p> <p>Salary Information</p> <p>Starting wage is $29.42 - $37.83 per hour, plus additional compensation for nights, weekends, holidays and overtime.</p> <p>Licensed Practical Nurse is in pay schedule-pay range 06-05. For current or eligible former State employees, compensation will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan effective at the time of hire.</p> <p>This job does not offer employee benefits.</p> <p>This position is not represented by a bargaining unit.</p> <p>Job Details</p> <p>These are flexible part-time positions with the option to pick up additional hours as desired with no required overtime. Shifts are available AM, PM, holidays and weekends. Candidate preferences gathered at time of interview.</p> <p>LTE jobs are limited to 1039 hours in a 12-month period and do not include employee benefits.</p> <p>Job duties require the ability to assist in patient mobility efforts, stand and/or walk up to 75% of eight-hour day to provide assessments, kneel, stoop, make visual observations, lift, push, pull, carry, reach, maintain hygiene, use special safety equipment, and wear protective clothing.</p> <p>These requirements cover the major and essential functions of the position but are not necessarily representative of all duties which this position may be assigned to perform.</p> <p>Due to the nature of the position, WDVA will conduct a criminal background check prior to an offer of employment.</p> <p>Employment in this position is contingent upon passing a pre-employment tuberculosis (TB) skin test.</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Minimally qualified applicants will hold or be eligible for a license as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Wisconsin or a Nurse Licensure Compact state.</p> <p>In addition to the LPN requirement, minimally qualified applicants will have experience:</p> <ul> <li>Providing basic nursing care; and </li><li>Administering medications and basic treatments; and </li><li>Working independently & collaboratively; and </li><li>Using professional communication; and </li><li>Using computers and applications </li></ul> <p>Well-qualified applicants will also have experience:</p> <ul> <li>Providing advanced practical nursing care; and/or </li><li>Performing nursing duties in a long-term care, geriatric, skilled nursing, or other relevant setting </li></ul> <p>Per Wisconsin Statute 230.26, Wisconsin residency is required for LTE appointments. The definition of Wisconsin residency for LTE employment can be found here.</p> <p>How To Apply</p> <p>To be eligible for consideration for this job, complete the online application process. Click the link to view instructions for Applying to State Service. You will be required to attach a resume. To ease the application process, upload your documents to WiscJobs prior to attaching them.</p> <p>Your resume is an important part of your application. It will be used to determine if your experience fits the job. Click the link to view instructions on writing and what to include in your resume and letter.</p> <p>NOTE: Applicants are not able to update or change their documents once their application is submitted. Make certain that your documents are how you want them to be before you finalize the application.</p> <p>Regularly, applicant credentials will be verified, and qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Failure to complete all steps of the on-line process, including submitting a resume or work history, will result in an incomplete application, which will not be considered.</p> <p>If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted via email or phone. Make sure your contact information is correct and check your messages regularly.</p> <p>The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program.</p> <p>Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without WDVA sponsorship) at the time of application.</p> <p>Questions can be directed to Jeni Anderson at JenniferM.Anderson@wisconsin.gov or 715-256-3241.</p> <p>The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.</p> <p>Deadline to Apply</p> <p>Application materials will be accepted until the needs of the Home are met.</p>