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    Licensed Practical Nurse I-III - New Castle, United States - DelDOT

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    Introduction

    Make a Difference with DHSS

    Our mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations. We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas.

    We offer numerous career opportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in their community today. DHSS is a great place to kick-start your profession.

    For more information, please visit today

    Summary Statement

    The LPN, a Licensed Practical Nurse is sometime referred to as a vocational nurse. LPNs are health care providers who are tasked with providing direct care to their patients. They are responsible in providing to the daily basic needs of patients including administering medication and treatments and maintain close communication with their supervisors, the RNs. If patients have minor wounds, LPNs perform wound cleaning and dressing changes. LPNs will check patient's hydration and food intake. They assist patients with hygiene and ADL's.

    Essential Functions

    Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.
  • Administers treatments as directed.
  • Takes and records vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration).
  • Pours, administers, charts and records medications.
  • Gives prescribed intramuscular and subcutaneous injections and inoculations.
  • Observes patient behavior and condition and reports changes to appropriate staff.
  • Records information on patients' charts.
  • Job Requirement Series

    JOB REQUIREMENTS for Licensed Practical Nurse I
    Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
  • Possession of a Delaware Practical Nurse license, Delaware temporary license or multi-state compact license.
  • JOB REQUIREMENTS for Licensed Practical Nurse II
    Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

  • Possession of a Delaware Practical Nursing license or multi-state compact license.
  • At least six months experience as a Practical Nurse.
  • JOB REQUIREMENTS for Licensed Practical Nurse III
    Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

  • Possession of a Delaware Practical Nursing license or multi-state compact license.
  • At least eighteen months experience as a Practical Nurse.


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