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Location : Verona, WI
Job Type: Part Time position (.2FTE)
Job Number: 2023-00834
Department: Human Services Department
Opening Date: 01/26/2024
Closing Date: 2/9/2024 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: 705
Description
The Dane County Department of Human Services (DCDHS) - Badger Prairie Health Care Center (BPHCC) is recruiting for a Part-Time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). As positions with higher FTE percentages become available, they are offered to current employees first and are only posted externally If they cannot be filled internally. The eligible list created from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies that occur within the next six (6) months.
Equity, Definition and Examples of Duties
COMMITMENT TO EQUITY AND INCLUSION
As an employer, we strive to provide a work environment where diversity and differing opinions are valued, creativity is encouraged, continuous learning and improvement are fostered, teamwork and open/honest communication are encouraged, and meeting customer needs through quality service is a shared goal. All employees must be able to demonstrate multicultural competence - the awareness, knowledge, and skills needed to work with others who are culturally different from self in meaningful, relevant, and productive ways. Applicants from traditionally underrepresented populations including women, racial and ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.
DEFINITION
Perform skilled nursing services within the scope of the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) License. Responsible for coordinating and providing resident care on the households/neighborhoods, providing leadership and direction to nursing staff, collaborating with inter-disciplinary team, and performing other related work as required.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Monitors residents condition and gathers data to support the resident assessment process. Records residents information in the electronic medical record. Prepares and administers medication to residents. Performs prescribed nursing treatments. Observes and records residents response to medication, along with physical and mental status. Coordinates the duties and responsibilities for the shift with the Charge Nurse, Clinical Care Coordinator (CCC) and/or the Nurse Manager. Communicates and coordinates implementation of the care plan. Coordinates and collaborates with other members of the interdisciplinary team to facilitate delivery of resident care. Monitors Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) performance of duties for completeness and adherence with the residents plan of care. Maintains the confidentiality of all resident personal health information and complies with all Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requirements. Perform charge nurse functions, including scheduling on an as needed basis.
Education, Experience & Special Requirements
Education, Training and Experience:
Must be licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the State of Wisconsin and must have completed an accredited LPN program. Must be certified in Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Experience in geriatrics, psychiatrics or long-term care is preferred.
Background Check Statement: Some positions may require a criminal background check which can include fingerprinting due to the nature of the job's responsibilities. Wisconsin's Fair Employment Law, s. 111.31 - 111.395, Wis. Stats., prohibits discrimination because of an arrest or conviction record. However, Dane County may disqualify an applicant if the position's responsibilities are substantially related to the applicant's criminal history (e.g., the nature of the crime and its relationship to the position, whether hiring, transferring or promoting an applicant would pose an unreasonable risk to the business, its employees, customers and vendors, etc.) Management reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.
Physical and Environmental Work Requirements:
Ability to operate equipment and machinery requiring complex and rapid adjustments such as sphygmomanometer, otoscope, syringes, feeding pumps, O2 cannulas and concentrators, nasal tubes, stethoscopes, glucometer, nebulizer, suction machines, and oxygen equipment, and thermometers. Ability to handle, load and unload, and move and guide material using simple tools. Ability to exert physical effort in moderate to heavy work, including lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling, and moving a minimum of 50 lbs. unassisted. Including residents, med carts and other necessary items related to performing the LPN role. Ability to stand for extended periods of time. Must be fluent in speaking and writing the English language in an understandable manner. Ability to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position and be in good general health. Ability to relate to and support individuals within the facility who are mentally/physically disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile. Ability to run at least one flight of stairs to respond to emergency situations. Ability to assist in the evacuation of residents. Potential for exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including blood borne and air borne pathogens. Required to wear personal protective equipment, up to and including, an N95 respirator.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of terminology, theory techniques and current standards of practice. Knowledge of medication, usage, effects, adverse reactions and contraindications. Ability to collaborate in development and implementation of a resident care. Ability to analyze data and information using established criteria. Ability to work collaboratively and cooperative with inter-disciplinary team and lead and assist the work of nursing personnel. Ability to communicate effectively with inter-disciplinary team and families/guardians.
Become a part of the Dane County Team!
We offer a wide range of benefits including fully paid dental and HMO health insurance premiums for full time employees/pro rated for part time employees. The County will also provide contributions towards POS health insurance premiums and short/long term disability. Additional benefits available include long term care, vision coverage, flex spending account and deferred compensation programs paid in full by the employee and a wellness program. For further details on insurance benefits visit
Bilingual Pay: Employees who work in bilingual designated positions receive an additional $2.00 per hour.
Undesirable Hours Premium Pay: Employees may receive undesirable hours pay of $2.00 for anytime worked between 6:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m and for anytime on Saturday and/or Sunday. (not applicable with all employee groups).
Paid Parental Leave: Dane County also provides 12 weeks of paid parental leave for birth or adoption of a child.
Caregiver Leave: Dane County offers 80 hours of paid leave to care for an ill family member.
Telecommuting: Telecommuting allows employees to work remotely for all or part of their workweek. Dane County considers telecommuting to be a viable, flexible option when both the employee and the job are suited to such an arrangement. Dane County will permit telecommuting when it benefits the productivity of the employee and their department and if determined by employee's department that telecommuting is not detrimental to either the County or the employee.
Student Loan Forgiveness: If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, you may be able to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.
WI Retirement System: Employees hired after 7-1-11 must be expected to work a minimum of 1200 hours annually to be enrolled in the Wisconsin Retirement System when hired.
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Dane County participates in E-Verify. For more information see the Notice of E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters here" and then the 'here' links to this page:
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QUESTION 1-3 ARE FOR SCREENING PURPOSES ONLYAre you a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the State of Wisconsin and have you completed an accredited LPN program?
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THIS QUESTION IS FOR SCREENING PURPOSES ONLYHow do you meet the above requirements?
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THIS QUESTION IS FOR SCREENING PURPOSES.Are you Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certified?
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QUESTIONS 4-6 ARE GRADED.THIS QUESTION IS GRADEDWhy are you an applicant for a Licensed Practical Nurse position with the Dane County Badger Prairie Health Care Center? Please be as specific as possible as to what interests you in this position.
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THIS QUESTION IS GRADEDHow has your education and training prepared you to provide nursing care for psychiatric and/or geriatric residents in a long-term care environment? Be specific as to courses and institutions attended (titles and approximate dates) inclusive of any in-service training or continuing education.
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Please describe any work experience you have had in providing psychiatric and/or geriatric nursing care in a long-term care environment. Be specific as to your role, approximate dates, institution name(s) and any achievements or contributions you made in each setting.
Required Question
Location : Verona, WI
Job Type: Part Time position (.2FTE)
Job Number: 2023-00834
Department: Human Services Department
Opening Date: 01/26/2024
Closing Date: 2/9/2024 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: 705
Description
The Dane County Department of Human Services (DCDHS) - Badger Prairie Health Care Center (BPHCC) is recruiting for a Part-Time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). As positions with higher FTE percentages become available, they are offered to current employees first and are only posted externally If they cannot be filled internally. The eligible list created from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies that occur within the next six (6) months.
Equity, Definition and Examples of Duties
COMMITMENT TO EQUITY AND INCLUSION
As an employer, we strive to provide a work environment where diversity and differing opinions are valued, creativity is encouraged, continuous learning and improvement are fostered, teamwork and open/honest communication are encouraged, and meeting customer needs through quality service is a shared goal. All employees must be able to demonstrate multicultural competence - the awareness, knowledge, and skills needed to work with others who are culturally different from self in meaningful, relevant, and productive ways. Applicants from traditionally underrepresented populations including women, racial and ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.
DEFINITION
Perform skilled nursing services within the scope of the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) License. Responsible for coordinating and providing resident care on the households/neighborhoods, providing leadership and direction to nursing staff, collaborating with inter-disciplinary team, and performing other related work as required.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Monitors residents condition and gathers data to support the resident assessment process. Records residents information in the electronic medical record. Prepares and administers medication to residents. Performs prescribed nursing treatments. Observes and records residents response to medication, along with physical and mental status. Coordinates the duties and responsibilities for the shift with the Charge Nurse, Clinical Care Coordinator (CCC) and/or the Nurse Manager. Communicates and coordinates implementation of the care plan. Coordinates and collaborates with other members of the interdisciplinary team to facilitate delivery of resident care. Monitors Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) performance of duties for completeness and adherence with the residents plan of care. Maintains the confidentiality of all resident personal health information and complies with all Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requirements. Perform charge nurse functions, including scheduling on an as needed basis.
Education, Experience & Special Requirements
Education, Training and Experience:
Must be licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the State of Wisconsin and must have completed an accredited LPN program. Must be certified in Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Experience in geriatrics, psychiatrics or long-term care is preferred.
Background Check Statement: Some positions may require a criminal background check which can include fingerprinting due to the nature of the job's responsibilities. Wisconsin's Fair Employment Law, s. 111.31 - 111.395, Wis. Stats., prohibits discrimination because of an arrest or conviction record. However, Dane County may disqualify an applicant if the position's responsibilities are substantially related to the applicant's criminal history (e.g., the nature of the crime and its relationship to the position, whether hiring, transferring or promoting an applicant would pose an unreasonable risk to the business, its employees, customers and vendors, etc.) Management reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.
Physical and Environmental Work Requirements:
Ability to operate equipment and machinery requiring complex and rapid adjustments such as sphygmomanometer, otoscope, syringes, feeding pumps, O2 cannulas and concentrators, nasal tubes, stethoscopes, glucometer, nebulizer, suction machines, and oxygen equipment, and thermometers. Ability to handle, load and unload, and move and guide material using simple tools. Ability to exert physical effort in moderate to heavy work, including lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling, and moving a minimum of 50 lbs. unassisted. Including residents, med carts and other necessary items related to performing the LPN role. Ability to stand for extended periods of time. Must be fluent in speaking and writing the English language in an understandable manner. Ability to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position and be in good general health. Ability to relate to and support individuals within the facility who are mentally/physically disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile. Ability to run at least one flight of stairs to respond to emergency situations. Ability to assist in the evacuation of residents. Potential for exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including blood borne and air borne pathogens. Required to wear personal protective equipment, up to and including, an N95 respirator.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of terminology, theory techniques and current standards of practice. Knowledge of medication, usage, effects, adverse reactions and contraindications. Ability to collaborate in development and implementation of a resident care. Ability to analyze data and information using established criteria. Ability to work collaboratively and cooperative with inter-disciplinary team and lead and assist the work of nursing personnel. Ability to communicate effectively with inter-disciplinary team and families/guardians.
Become a part of the Dane County Team!
We offer a wide range of benefits including fully paid dental and HMO health insurance premiums for full time employees/pro rated for part time employees. The County will also provide contributions towards POS health insurance premiums and short/long term disability. Additional benefits available include long term care, vision coverage, flex spending account and deferred compensation programs paid in full by the employee and a wellness program. For further details on insurance benefits visit
Bilingual Pay: Employees who work in bilingual designated positions receive an additional $2.00 per hour.
Undesirable Hours Premium Pay: Employees may receive undesirable hours pay of $2.00 for anytime worked between 6:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m and for anytime on Saturday and/or Sunday. (not applicable with all employee groups).
Paid Parental Leave: Dane County also provides 12 weeks of paid parental leave for birth or adoption of a child.
Caregiver Leave: Dane County offers 80 hours of paid leave to care for an ill family member.
Telecommuting: Telecommuting allows employees to work remotely for all or part of their workweek. Dane County considers telecommuting to be a viable, flexible option when both the employee and the job are suited to such an arrangement. Dane County will permit telecommuting when it benefits the productivity of the employee and their department and if determined by employee's department that telecommuting is not detrimental to either the County or the employee.
Student Loan Forgiveness: If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, you may be able to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.
WI Retirement System: Employees hired after 7-1-11 must be expected to work a minimum of 1200 hours annually to be enrolled in the Wisconsin Retirement System when hired.
Like our Facebook page:
Dane County participates in E-Verify. For more information see the Notice of E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters here" and then the 'here' links to this page:
01
QUESTION 1-3 ARE FOR SCREENING PURPOSES ONLYAre you a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the State of Wisconsin and have you completed an accredited LPN program?
- Yes
- No
02
THIS QUESTION IS FOR SCREENING PURPOSES ONLYHow do you meet the above requirements?
03
THIS QUESTION IS FOR SCREENING PURPOSES.Are you Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certified?
- Yes
- No
04
QUESTIONS 4-6 ARE GRADED.THIS QUESTION IS GRADEDWhy are you an applicant for a Licensed Practical Nurse position with the Dane County Badger Prairie Health Care Center? Please be as specific as possible as to what interests you in this position.
05
THIS QUESTION IS GRADEDHow has your education and training prepared you to provide nursing care for psychiatric and/or geriatric residents in a long-term care environment? Be specific as to courses and institutions attended (titles and approximate dates) inclusive of any in-service training or continuing education.
06
Please describe any work experience you have had in providing psychiatric and/or geriatric nursing care in a long-term care environment. Be specific as to your role, approximate dates, institution name(s) and any achievements or contributions you made in each setting.
Required Question
