Licensed Practical Nurse Ii- Continuous Post

Salary: $19.88 Hourly

Location : On Campus

Job Type: Civil Service

Job Number: 202300026

Department: Various Campus Departments

Opening Date: 12/11/2023

Closing Date: Continuous

FLSA:: Non-Exempt

Security/Safety Sensitive:: NA

Description

Employees at this level perform personal care and nursing procedures applying technical skills based on a limited knowledge of nursing principles below those requiring full professional training as a registered nurse.


This listing does not represent an actual vacancy; rather open recruitment allows interested persons to submit materials for future vacancies within this classification.

Examples of Duties

Employees in this title typically -

in accordance with established nursing policies and procedures, prepares and administers oral medications and intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intradermal injections, performs wound care, including dressing changes, splint and cast removal, suture and staple removal, performs diagnostic and screening tests, etc.
performs intravenous therapy, as directed by a registered nurse and/or physician.
performs audits of narcotics by counting supply on hand, comparing amount against record of use, and reporting discrepancies; assists in maintaining adequate inventory of supplies.
assists with blood transfusions by calculating blood flow rate, adjusting drip regulator to initiate and maintain correct rate of absorption, observing and reporting patient?s response, initiating emergency measures for any adverse reaction, and reporting patient's condition to physician or nurse.
identifies cessation of heartbeat or respiration, notifies appropriate medical and nursing personnel, initiates resuscitation (such as external cardiac massage and restoration of breathing) and assists physician with preparation of medication or other treatment as indicated.
checks all chest tube connections for leaks and tapes when necessary, checks water seal drainage bottle to ensure that tube is beneath water level, marks drainage, and records time; records amount, color, and type of drainage.
assists in the operation of commonly used types of respirators; explains function and purpose of equipment to patient; initiates therapy and observes effect on patient.
draws blood through venous puncture.
transcribes physician's instructions from order sheet to multiple forms using prescribed format.
transcribes physician's instructions from order sheet to multiple forms using prescribed format.
acts as group leader for ancillary nursing personnel, preparing assignments, guiding personnel in giving nursing care, holding group conferences, preparing nursing care plans; and participates in the training and education of residents, medical students and new employees.
assists physician with clinical procedures (such as sigmoidoscopies, colposcopies, minor surgeries, and casting) , which may include scheduling procedures, test, surgeries, and hospital admissions and obtain appropriate insurance authorization.
assists with scrub and circulating nurse duties in surgical or clinic procedures.
assists physician with clinical procedures (such as sigmoidoscopies, colposcopies, minor surgeries, and casting), assists with examination and/or procedure.
under indirect supervision by a professional nurse, assumes charge responsibility for a clinical unit.
performs duties listed for the lower level of this series as appropriate.
performs other related duties as assigned.
QualificationsPossession of a valid license as a Licensed Practical Nurse issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation.
Six months of nursing experience in a health care facility (such as a hospital, nursing home, medical clinic, prison, mental health facility, or closely related facilities).
Supplemental Information Illinois Residency Requirement: Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position.

Tips for Completing a Civil Service Application:
1.
To be eligible for the role, ensure that your application includes a complete and detailed employment history that highlights your relevant full-time and part-time work experience, including start and end dates of employment.

2.
Relevant part-time work experience will count towards the qualifications for this position and will be converted to full-time equivalence to calculate the total length of experience.

3.
Upload all official transcripts to meet the educational requirements.
If the job description specifies a minimum number of college hours, transcripts are mandatory for the successful processing of your application.

4.
Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application, unless the same proof has already been submitted in a previous application.
The required proof of eligibility includes, at a minimum, a copy of the veteran's DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense), NGB22 form (National Guard), or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves).

5.
After the position has closed, your application and supporting materials will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications, including any specialty factors associated with this position.
Those who qualify will move forward for Civil Service Examination/Testing.

6.
Please monitor your e-mail for further information regarding your application.
Emails will be generated from ******.

7.
For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at sucss.illinois.gov

About Civil Service Examination/Testing: The Civil Service examination for this classification is based on your application materials and responses to the supplemental questions.
No participation other than submission of application materials is required from applicants that qualify to take the exam.
If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position, your application will move forward for examination/testing in which you will receive a score calculated based on your education and experience, and your name will be placed on the active employment register by exam score.
This score will be emailed to the email address noted on your application.
After the application deadline, the names within the top three scores will be referred to the department for interview.

SIU Carbondale, member of the SIU System, is an anti-racist community that opposes racism, discrimination and inequity in any form, and embraces diversity, inclusion, equity, and justice for all people.


SIU Carbondale is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans that strives to enhance its ability to develop a diverse faculty and staff and to increase its potential to serve a diverse student population.
All applications are welcomed and encouraged and will receive consideration.


University employees may be eligible for a variety of State of Illinois benefits.
These benefits are administered through the Illinois Department of Central Management Service (CMS).
These benefits include: Health Insurance plans (HMOs, OAPs, QCHP and CDHP), Dental Insurance, Vision Plan, Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Supplemental Long Term Disability (LTD), Flex Spending Accounts, MCAP and DCAP, and 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan.


Eligible employees are required to participate in the State Universities Retirement System (SURS).
SURS is the retirement administrator for employees in public higher education in the State of Illinois.


Other benefits available to eligible employees include: Generous paid time-off, 403(b) Supplemental Retirement Plans, Employee Assistance Program and a Tuition Waiver Program.


01

Describe your specific work experience carrying out or assisting with diagnostic procedures and/or tests such as identifying and recording subjective symptoms such as pain; observing and recording objective symptoms such as body excreta and discharge, temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, level of consciousness, and changes in the body condition; collecting and labeling specimens for the laboratory; measuring and recording height and weight; measuring and recording intake and output of fluids; performing simple point of care tests (POCT) such as testing urine for sugar, acetone, and specific gravity.


02

Describe your specific work experience carrying out or assisting with clinical procedures such as assessing oxygen treatment for proper functioning; applying binders and bandages/dressings; performing wound care and assessing wounds for signs of abnormalities; maintaining isolation conditions; assessing casts, traction, and/or splints for signs of abnormalities; observing gastric-intestinal suction apparatus for proper functioning; maintaining feeding tubes and administering tube feedings; performing ostomy care; performing urinary catheter care such as cleaning, taping, etc.
; inserting urinary catheter; administering enemas; giving sitz or tub baths; applying heat and/or cold treatment.


03

Describe your specific work experience meeting the physical needs of patients by providing comfort and safety such as adjusting the bed and side rails; transferring patients in and out of a bed, a wheelchair, or an exam table; positioning patients in bed, or an exam table, or for a procedure; adjusting a trapeze; maintaining the use of restraints; giving back rubs; feeding patients; maintaining a suitable environment by changing linens, organizing the room, caring for equipment, and ensuring the room is properly ventilated, heated and lit.


04

Describe your specific work experience facilitating the patient's examination process by preparing charts and obtaining necessary test results and discharge summaries from hospital/clinic; preparing patients for examinations or tests and providing the patient with an explanation of the procedures or exam and/or obtaining necessary consents; obtaining basic assessment data on patients and preparing chart prior to the patient visit with the physician; assisting physician with examination or procedures; providing patient with written or oral follow-up instructions, appointments, and tests; cleaning rooms, removing supplies and equipment, restocking supplies, changing table paper etc.
; preparing exam room; setting up equipment for the use of diagnosis and treatment; assembling, cleaning and/or sterilizing equipment/packs for procedures.


05

Describe your specific work experience preparing and administering medications via oral, topical, subcutaneous, intradermal, intramuscular, routes.


06

Describe your specific work experience performing activities relating to intravenous (IV) therapy such as monitoring the flow rate of existing IV lines; regulating peripheral infusion rates; observing sites for abnormalities and reporting findings to RN; discontinuing IV therapy upon physician's order; adding non-medicated solutions to existing patient lines; changing peripheral IV tubings and dressings; monitoring existing transfusion of blood and blood components; documenting IV procedures performed and observations made; checking all chest tube connections for leaks and taped when necessary, checking water seal drainage bottle to ensure tube was beneath water level, marking drainage, and recording time, amount, color, and type of drainage; drawing blood through venous puncture; implementing knowledge of equipment and supplies needed for procedures.


07

Describe your specific work experience identifying cessation of heart beat or respiration, and notifying appropriate medical and nursing personnel, initiating resuscitation, such as, external cardiac massage and restoration of breathing, and assisting physician with preparation of medication or other treatment as indicated.


08

Describe your work experience teaching patients and their families components of health care related to specific disease entities; assisting physician with clinical procedures such as endoscopy, minor surgeries, procedures, and casting; making accurate patient assessments when talking to the patient on the telephone; assisting with orientation and/or acting as preceptor for new or float staff; participating in educational activities to increase competency in areas of nursing; assuming charge/team leader responsibilities for a clinical unit under indirect supervision by a professional nurse; instructing co-workers in procedures/methodologies.


09

Describe your work experience transcribing written/oral/telephone orders from physicians; communicating with patients to assess emotional and mental well-being, and identifying and reporting those patients who need special assistance; charting and reporting all observations and nursing activities performed; effectively communicating verbally, in writing, by electronic media such as e-mail; reading, understanding, and following/interpreting orders, charts, and procedures manuals.


10

Describe your specific work experience using medical equipment such as blood glucose monitor/accucheck, nebulizer, peak flow meter, spirometer, stethoscope, automated thermometer, sphygmomanometer, pulse oximeter, electrocardiogram (EKG), cardiac monitor, IV pump, oxygen meter, vision testing, sterilizer/autoclave, transfer equipment such as hoyer lift, transfer board, roller board, sliding board, weight scale (Detecto).


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