Licensed Practical Nurse (P) & (E)

Job Description:

Licensed Practical Nurse (P) & (E)

Description

Full-time position available with the Health Department, Communicable Disease Prevention Division located at 2400 Troost Ave
Salary Range: $20.10-$30.64/hour
Normal Work Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Application Deadline Date: Open Until Filled


Responsibilities

• Works under the direct supervision of the Public Health Nurse Supervisor for programmatic and clinical issues.
• Exercises prudent judgment and initiative within the Division.
• Uses a high-efficiency respirator mask and other personal protective equipment when delivering services within an area assessed as high risk for exposure to infectious diseases.
• Lifts up to 50 pounds when assisting with community and clinic-based activities.
• Climbs stairs to access client residences.
• Possesses baseline qualifications in patient care delivery, critical disease investigation, and intervention, and mastering prevention-based clinical techniques and procedures.
• Performs the duties of a Public Health Licensed Practical Nurse in the Division of Communicable Disease Prevention and Public Health Preparedness.
• Interacts with clinic patients during the appointment time frame.
• Interacts with patients through greeting, rooming, taking health histories, preparing the patient for exams or procedures, collecting lab specimens, administering medication as directed by the health care provider, and providing education and follow-up directions to the patient.
• Performs all responsibilities professionally and courteously.
• Ensures timely, accurate communication and completes patient documentation, including verbal and written correspondence with the patient or the patient's representative.

Qualifications

Requires: Must possess a Licensed Practical Nurse licensure from the Missouri Board of Nursing. Successfully passed the National Council of Licensure Exam-Practical Nursing (NCLEX-PN) Must possess a valid State -issued driver's license in accordance with the City of KCMO policies.


Other Information

URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION

Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.

In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City's Applicant Tracking System.

Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained.
Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.

If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.

The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy

The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to accommodations@kcmo.org .

If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans' points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during "wartime" and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code • 4211).

Salary:

$20.10-$30.64/hour