Description
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The background investigation process may take up to 6 weeks depending upon the complexity of the applicant's background and position for which they've applied.
Pinellas County Sheriff's Office is seeking to fill a vacancy of Licensed Practical Nurse.
This position is scheduled 12-hour shifts, 7pm-7am, alternating a 3- and 4-day workweek.
$5,000.00 hiring bonus with three or more years’ experience. $3,000.00 hiring bonus with less than 3 years' experience.
Up to four years' experience pay.
1 year experience = $28.28 per hour
2 years’ experience = $29.06 per hour
3 years’ experience = $29.84 per hour
4 years’ experience = $30.63 per hour
Tuition Loan Forgiveness Program up to $10,000.00 with proof of student loan. Receive $2,500.00 upon signing and $2,500.00 each year for up to 3 additional years.
Under the general direction supervision of the Assistant Director of Nursing, Clinical Supervisor, and/or Registered Nurse, within the license scope, this position evaluates inmates’ healthcare needs, and provides necessary and appropriate nursing care while observing all security requirements. Work is reviewed through observation and results obtained.
Shift work required
SUPERVISES OTHERS: No
Participates in Sheriff’s Office recruitment and community relations activities as directed
This list is not intended to be all-inclusive and you may not be responsible for every item listed. The employer reserves the right to assign additional functions and responsibilities as necessary Regular and reliable attendance is required as an essential function of the position
Qualifications
- High School graduation or equivalent diploma from an institution accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) or licensed as a degree granting institution by the Commission for Independent Education
- Graduation from an accredited LPN program
- Licensed as a LPN in the State of Florida
- Maintain appropriate, unrestricted credentials according to the licensure, certification, and registration requirements of the jurisdiction
- Satisfactory completion of 30 + hour IV Certification
- CPR – BLS or ACLS Certification
- Must possess a valid Florida driver’s license
- Consideration for this position requires a credit check
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of organizational procedures, policies, practices, rules and regulations governing activities of the administrative functions and their interpretations
- Ability to work independently on complex and confidential tasks
- Ability to interact effectively and courteously with all, and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with members, other agencies, and the public
- Ability to perform all functions of the job classification without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace
Applicants must be tobacco/nicotine-free during length of employment.
The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office strives to provide our employees with the best benefits possible. Some of the benefits are Annual Leave (120 hours), Health Insurance, Wellness Incentives, and Education Assistance Program.
The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office is an EEO/ADA employer and is committed to being a drug free workplace.
TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, VISIT OUR WEBSITE: https://www.pinellassheriff.gov
Any questions can be directed to Human Resources at 727-582-6208 or employment@pcsonet.com
