LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
Arkansas Department of Health
4815 W Markham Street
Little Rock, AR 72205
Position Number: 22105502
County: Miller City: Texarkana
Posting End Date: 05/28/24
Anticipated Starting Salary: $40,674.37
Division of Local Public Health – Miller County Local Health Unit
Additional Preferences:
Frequent exposure to various diseases and infectious organisms creates an element of danger.
Occasional heavy lifting is required.
Occasional after-hours/special clinic may be required as needed.
In-state travel.
Hiring Official: J. Huntley
Recruitment Contact: Andrea.Flowers-Fells@arkansas.gov - 501 683-5699
The mission of the Department of Health is to protect and improve the health and well-being of all Arkansans.
Position Information
Class Code: L069C
Grade: GS06
FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT
Salary Range: $36,155.00 - $52,425.00
Summary
Functions
Dimensions
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of nursing theory and practices. Ability to provide direct nursing care. Ability to observe and evaluate patient's condition. Ability to instruct patients in routine medical care. Ability to perform various nursing procedures.
Minimum Qualifications
The formal education equivalent of a diploma or certificate with the prescribed curriculum in a state approved program for the preparation of practical nurses. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.
Licenses
Must be licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse by the Arkansas State Nursing Board in accordance with ACA 17-87-304.
The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.
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