licensed practical nurse (6560) - Gretna - Jefferson Parish, LA

Description

Salary: $37,842.00 Annually
Location : Parish Wide - Jefferson Parish, LA
Job Type: Permanent
Job Number: R
Department: Jefferson Community Actions Programs - Head Start 1010
Division: Head Start Central Office
Opening Date: 08/16/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Jefferson Parish Civil Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Purpose of Announcement
EXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO ESTABLISH AN EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL ONE (1) CURRENT EAST JEFFERSON VACANCY AND ONE (1) CURRENT WEST JEFFERSON VACANCY ALL IN THE DEPARTMENT OF JEFFERSON COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM.
This employment list will also be used for future EAST AND WEST Jefferson vacancies in this Departments as they occur.
Kind of Work
Under the general supervision of the Health Coordinator, the purpose of this position is to provide non-invasive medical services to the HS B-5 Program children and the staff. Employees in this classification provide for the care, treatment and general welfare of children, provide administrative support to services of the HS B-5 Program, and assist the Health Coordinator in meeting the requirements of the Head Start Performance Standards and perform related work as directed. This position is an essential, emergency duty status worker and may not be relieved of duty when the Parish President or his designee recommends a voluntary or mandatory evacuation of Jefferson Parish. Position requires driving of a personal vehicle, thus possession of a valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and personal automobile with minimum liability insurance available for business use (business travel is reimbursed on a mileage basis) will be given preference.
Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination
Possession of a current license as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Louisiana.
Note: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse from the Louisiana State Board of Nursing is acceptable.
NOTE: Must be able to pass a state background check with no felony or misdemeanor convictions. Any conviction listed in the Louisiana Child Protection Act (Louisiana R.S. 15:587.1) is considered disqualifying, unless written proof of pardon is submitted in time for consideration with the application.
Related education, experience, and/or professional certification(s) above and beyond the minimum qualifications will be required for consideration of an entrance salary above the minimum rate.
Kind of Examination
(ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL)
The examination may consist of a written test, a rating of training and experience, an oral panel interview or any combination thereof. Acceptable applicants will be notified of the time, date, and place of any assembled testing. Applicants must supply complete and accurate information concerning their training and experience including a detailed description of their work experience, the names and addresses of all previous employers and the dates of employment. The information is subject to verification and the Personnel Department reserves the right to determine the quality and quantity of education and experience claimed for credit.
JOB POSTING NO: R
DATE: 03/04/11
AMENDED: 09/26/14
RE-OPENED: 08/16/24
Applications may be filed online at OR either of the office addresses below:
Application Offices
East Jefferson: Room 206, 12221 Elmwood Park Blvd. Jefferson, LA 70123
West Jefferson: Suite 3100, 200 Derbigny St. Gretna, LA 70053
JEFFERSON PARISH CIVIL SERVICE BENEFITS
Vacation (Annual Leave)
Employees accumulate one half day of paid vacation for every two weeks worked.
Leave accrual rates increase with years of service. Any unused annual leave is
usually paid upon separation from Parish Employment.
Sick Leave
Employees accumulate one half day of paid sick leave for every two weeks worked.
Sick leave is available for personal illness, injury or medical consultations.
Holidays
Nine paid official holidays are observed, plus any holidays declared by Parish Officials.
Life Insurance
All regular employees receive a life insurance policy equal to one year's salary.
Extra insurance may be purchased.
Medical Insurance
An HMO medical insurance plan is avalable for employees and their
dependents. Jefferson Parish pays 80% of the premium for employees and 50% of
the premiums for dependents.
A Flexible Benefits Plan
Employees have the opportunity to save money by paying for health
insurance and optional insurance with pre-tax dollars. A Flexible Savings
Account for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care is also available.
Retirement
Most regular employees belong to the Parochial Employees' Retirement
System instead of the Social Security System. For employees hired after
January 01, 2007, a pension calculated at 3% of salary per year of service
is provided upon retirement at age 67 with 7 years of service, age 62 with
10 years of service, or age 55 with 30 years of service.
Tenure Payment
Employees are paid $25 per year of service in December of each year.
Employees must have worked two years before the first check is paid.
Deferred Compensation Plan(457b plan)
Similar to 401K programs, the 457b Deferred Plan allows employees to defer
up to $14,000 of pretax income each year to supplement retirement savings.
Pre-tax contributions can be cashed in upon retirement or termination without
penalty. This plan is provided by Nationwide Retirement Solutions
Special leaves of absence for military service, maternity leave, etc.
may be granted in accordance with the Personnel Rules.
01
The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are required to complete these questions so that we may initially determine your eligibility for this position. A lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this position. This means you will be ineligible for further consideration in this recruitment process. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.

• Yes
• No

02
Do you possess a current license as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Louisiana?

• Yes
• No

03
The Jefferson Parish Personnel office must verify all licenses and certificates. Thus, you must submit your license as a Licensed Practical Nurse to the Jefferson Parish Personnel office. Please mail the information to the following address: Attn: RecruitmentJefferson Parish Personnel Department 200 Derbigny St. Suite 3100 Gretna, LA 70053 Failure to submit this information will result in the rejection of your application. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.

• Yes
• No

04
How many years of work experience do you have as a Licensed Practical Nurse?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
• More than 1 year but less than 2 years
• 2 years
• More than 2 years but less than 3 years
• 3 years
• More than 3 years but less than 4 years
• 4 years
• More than 4 years but less than 5 years
• 5 years
• More than 5 years