LPN Full-time
State of Arizona

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE

State of Arizona Phoenix, AZ, US
$63,600.16 / year

DEPT OF JUVENILE CORRECTIONS

Our vision is to make Arizona’s community safer by delivering effective rehabilitative services to the young people entrusted to our care.
The mission of the Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections is to provide the young people in our care with evidence-based rehabilitative services that enhance their well-being and equip them with the skills and resources they need to thrive as successful members of society.

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN)

Job Location:

Adobe Mountain School/Health Bureau
2800 W. Pinnacle Peak Road
Phoenix, Arizona 85027

Posting Details:

Salary: 63,600.16 

Grade: LPN

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Job Summary:

The Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections (ADJC) is seeking nursing applicants who are passionate about their profession and who will be committed to making a difference in the lives of Arizona’s underserved youth. Whether you are just starting out in your nursing career, or if you are a seasoned healthcare professional, ADJC wants you to come join our talented and diverse health services team. At ADJC you will have the ability to mentor and collaborate with nurses in a team oriented environment. Additionally our nurses will have the unique opportunity to work in behavioral health, public health, and emergency response settings at the Adobe Mountain School.

Job Duties:

Providing direct patient and emergency care to youth
Conducting intake health screening evaluations for newly incarcerated youth
Evaluating youth submitted health concerns
Advising youth regarding health treatment procedures
Administering medications, and monitoring youth for potential adverse reactions
Monitoring, recording, and reporting changes in a youth’s vitals or health condition
Obtaining and processing blood, urine, or other sample specimens
Consulting and coordinating youth treatment plans with health services team members
Maintaining medical files and records
Ensuring medical supplies and equipment are stocked and accounted for
Assisting with annual tuberculosis (TB) skin tests
Performing other duties appropriate to the assignment

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:
Emergency care procedures, including Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid
Basic nursing techniques, methods, and protocols
Administering medication
Specimen collection, including phlebotomy
Interpreting and implementing health care provider’s orders
Maintaining confidentiality


Skill in:
Maintaining medical records
Respecting professional boundaries
Adhering to Department security protocols
Evaluating physical and mental health needs of youth, including signs of suicide
Working as part of a team health services team

Ability to:
Follow Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) rules and regulations
Stay current with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines
Communicate medical treatment plans simply and clearly
Operate a computer and use basic Google suite software

Selective Preference(s):

None

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Requires possession of a valid Licensed Practical Nurse Certification without restrictions in the State of Arizona or have a valid Licensed Practical Nurse Certification from a state that participates in the Interstate Nurse Licensure Compact.

Employment is contingent on the selected applicant passing a comprehensive background investigation, drug screening and pre-employment physical examination.

This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function on the job, then the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license records checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked or suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.010).

Current State of Arizona employees: In order to be considered for this position, it requires acceptable performance history as demonstrated by not have been issued a letter of suspension or have been involuntarily demoted within one year preceding this job posting close date, and have an overall rating of “meets expectations” or higher on the most recent employee performance evaluation.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:

The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
-Affordable medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability plans
-Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
-10 paid holidays per year
-Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
-Sick time accrued at 3:42 hours bi-weekly
-Deferred Compensation Program
-Wellness Plans

For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement:

This position participates in the Corrections Officer Retirement Plan (CORP).

CORP Tier 3 is a Defined Contribution, 401 (a) retirement plan
Employer matches contributions
Contributions are made on a pre-taxed basis
Employees can choose investments that suit their goals and risk tolerance
Employees are fully vested after 3 years of service

Attention current State of Arizona employees: Please contact our Human Resources Office at employment@azdjc.gov if you are in a different retirement plan than the one indicated above.

Contact Us:

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602)542-9261. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.

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