Licensed Practical Nurse - Clinical services - Limited Duration - Unclassified Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/ramsey/jobs/newprint/4778017) Apply  Licensed Practical Nurse - Clinical services - Limited Duration - Unclassified Salary $57,886.40 - $79,913.60 Annually Location 555 Cedar St (Juenemann Bldg) Saint Paul, MN Job Type Full Time Job Number 2024-01254 Department 58I04-PubHlth/ClSvcs/FamilyPlng Opening Date 01/30/2025 Closing Date 2/13/2025 11:59 PM Central Union Local 8 - General County FLSA Status exempt + Description + Benefits + Questions Basic Function This position in the clinical services division of public health will support programing in the Immunizations, Sexual Health, and Tuberculosis clinics. This Monday-Friday position is limited duration and expected to last through 2026. 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Examples of Work Performed + Provide direct nursing care to patients by performing measures such as ambulating, range of motion, maintaining and monitoring intravenous therapy under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, and performing emergency measures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation. + Monitor patient condition by documenting vital signs, observing monitoring equipment, taking blood pressure, noting intake and output, observing patient behavior and asking them questions. + Provide physical comfort to patients through bathing, positioning, massage, administering pain medication as ordered by the physician, providing bedpans, and assisting with meals. + Administer prescribed treatments such as wound, catheter, tracheotomy, colostomy, ileostomy and gastrostomy care. + Assist in the assessment of nursing needs of patients by collecting and recording data on Minimum Data Sheets (MDS) in order to identify problems, symptoms, and physical, behavioral and psychological changes. + Aid in evaluating nursing care provided by documenting and relaying information about noteworthy (positive or negative) staff performance. + Assist Registered Nurses in the development and writing of nursing care plans. + Write nursing orders under the direction of a Registered Nurse. + Assist physicians with diagnostic procedures such as x-rays and laboratory tests, by positioning patients and explaining procedures. + Make immediate decisions in emergencies, summoning assistance as needed. + Assist in educating patients about ordered tests, procedures and medications. + Facilitate resourceful utilization of health care services, equipment and supplies, and identifies problems suitable for referral to the patient representative. + From time to time to work mandated overtime to ensure adequate staffing coverage and maintenance of the safety for residents at all times. (The work assigned to a position in this classification may not include all possible tasks in this description and does not limit the assignment of any additional tasks in this classification. Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required.) ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12,. Minimum Qualifications Education: Completion of a practical nursing program approved by the Minnesota Board of Nursing. Experience: None Substitution: None. Certifications/Licensure: Currently licensed as a practical nurse by the State of Minnesota, or have a permit to practice practical nursing authorized by the Minnesota Board of Nursing. Applicants who qualify based on a permit are subject to the limitations prescribed by the Minnesota Board of Nursing. Exam/Screening Process Information You must attach a LPN License and resume to be considered To verify a nurse license go to MN Board of Nursing (https://mbn.hlb.state.mn.us/#/onlineEntitySearch) and make a screen shot, the expiration date must be included and it must be valid. This is an unclassified*, at-will position, holding a confidential relation to the department head or elected official. This position requires an open screening and selection process. There is no exam for this unclassified, at-will position. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be forwarded to the department for consideration. Eligible List: The names of all applicants who pass the examination/screening process, and file a properly completed application, shall be placed on the eligible list for employment as a Licensed Practical Nurse. This list will be certified to the appointing authority, which may use this list to fill a vacancy. Candidates will remain on the list for one month or until hired, whichever occurs first. A notice will be sent to applicants at the time the eligible list is posted, informing them that the list has been posted and their rank on the list. The department may choose to interview any candidate on the eligible list. Veteran's Preference: This is a classified position requiring an open, competitive selection process. Veteran's Preference points will be applied after a candidate passes the examination process. Applicants who are eligible for veteran's preference should update their veteran's DD214, and other supporting documents and submit them as an attachment at the time of application. Criminal Background Checks: All employment offers are conditioned upon the applicant passing a criminal background check. Convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits, and the type of work sought. However, making false statements or withholding information will cause you to be barred from employment or removed from employment. E-Verify Participation: Ramsey County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Ramsey County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Ramsey County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on Form I-9. Equal Opportunity Employer: Ramsey County provides equal access to employment, programs and services without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (except when sex is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification), disability, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, public assistance or national origin. Ramsey County is deeply committed to advancing racial equity and promoting diversity and inclusion within all areas of its workforce. The county strives being equitable, inclusive, transparent, respectful, and impactful in how we serve and engage with residents, as well as Ramsey County employees. Advancing racial equity ensures all people who need access to opportunities and services we provide, will receive them. Racial equity is achieved when race can no longer be used to predict life outcomes, and outcomes for all are improved. To print a paper application for this posting, click Paper Application. (https://www.ramseycounty.us/sites/default/files/Departments/Human%20Resources%20Dept/RAMSEY%20COUNTY%20EMPLOYMENT%20APPLICATION.pdf) You will need to print off this posting and also answer the supplemental questions associated with this exam and submit them if you complete a paper application. For further information regarding this posting, please contact nirvana.wallace@co.ramsey.mn.us