What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse position at Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities?
What You'll Do
Administer nursing care within scope of practice as outlined in section 4723.01 to 4723.40 of the Ohio Revised Code. Works under direction of a Registered Nurse, licensed Physician, Dentist, Podiatrist, or Optometrist. Performs skilled practical nursing procedures and treatments (e.g., obtains vital statistics, applies oxygen, applies sterile dressing, inserts catheters; reinserts gastroscopy tubes, suctions, wound treatments, administers enemas, douches, obtains specimens, administers Enteral feedings, administers medications controlled and non-controlled to include oral, rectal, topical, inhalation, subcutaneous and intramuscular) Observes, documents and reports patient conditions and takes appropriate actions, Provides thorough and knowledgeable report of patient needs to RN/Physician. Provides patient teaching. Monitors patients during and as follow-up for procedures. Assists RN and Physician as needed. Responds to Emergencies, provides first aid, performs cardio-pulmonary resuscitation, uses and directs use of AED in emergency.
Maintains medical accountability records and prepares related reports/forms (e.g., charts/patient records, medication administration records, unusual incident forms, seizure documentation forms, restraints logs, and other forms as required) Completes thorough and knowledgeable documentation, Verifies and implements Physician’s orders. Completes and maintains controlled drug administration/tracking records- reports any inaccuracies in documentation immediately, completes and maintains Infection control documentation. Maintains work assignment records/ documents and forms as needed. Maintains supplies needed to provide an organized, appropriately stocked work area (i.e., orders, inventories, delivers/obtains). Communicates with pharmacy as needed to maintain medication stocks. Maintains assigned medical work areas (i.e., cleans equipment/carts cabinets/storage areas) provides daily cleaning. Provides clerical tasks (i.e., answers phones, files, copies, faxes). Provides general nursing care Assists and provides work direction, orientation and training as needed to lower-level direct staff in providing general unskilled nursing care (e.g., feeding, dressing, bathing, transferring and repositioning). Attends Medical appointments as needed, attends and participates in meetings as needed. Responds to patient alarms, assists in the maintaining of patient supervision levels as required. Confers with the Nursing Supervisor or the Director of Nursing in her absence on nursing needs or anything pertaining to the needs of nursing personnel.
Mandatory Overtime Is Required Of This Position.
What’s in it for you:
Benefits
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage
License to practice nursing as a licensed practical nurse issued by Ohio Board of Nursing pursuant to Section 4723 Ohio Revised Code & proof of completion of an approved course in medication administration.
Note: Licensed Practical Nurses who administer dialysis treatment must possess Certification in IV Therapy pursuant to Section 4723.17 Ohio Revised Code.
Job Skills: Nursing
Organization
Developmental Disabilities - Gallipolis Developmental Center
Agency Contact Name and Information
Gina.Silva@dodd.ohio.gov
Unposting Date
Jun 30, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location
Gallipolis Developmental Cente
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Gallia County-Gallipolis
Compensation
$26.72 - $33.52
Schedule
Full-time
Classified Indicator
Classified
Union
OCSEA
Technical Skills
Basic Documentation, Medical, Nursing, Medical records
Professional Skills
Attention to Detail, Flexibility, Teamwork, Verbal Communication
Agency Overview
Join Our Team at Gallipolis Developmental Center!
Accepting applications for Licensed Practical Nurse - Two (2)Full-Time Position Available
About Us
The Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) is a trauma informed care agency focused on implementing our core values and providing support to people with developmental disabilities. We oversee a statewide system of supportive services that focus on ensuring the health and safety, supporting access to community participation, and increasing opportunities for meaningful employment. To learn more about DODD click here .
The Gallipolis Developmental Center is located along the Ohio River within the historic city of Gallipolis. We provide off-campus work/habilitative activities provided during the day. In addition, we also have an Activity Center on-ground for habilitation, recreation, work-readiness and therapeutic training for individuals choosing those activities. We also provide a full array of health services, as well.
Administer nursing care within scope of practice as outlined in section 4723.01 to 4723.40 of the Ohio Revised Code. Works under direction of a Registered Nurse, licensed Physician, Dentist, Podiatrist, or Optometrist. Performs skilled practical nursing procedures and treatments (e.g., obtains vital statistics, applies oxygen, applies sterile dressing, inserts catheters; reinserts gastroscopy tubes, suctions, wound treatments, administers enemas, douches, obtains specimens, administers Enteral feedings, administers medications controlled and non-controlled to include oral, rectal, topical, inhalation, subcutaneous and intramuscular) Observes, documents and reports patient conditions and takes appropriate actions, Provides thorough and knowledgeable report of patient needs to RN/Physician. Provides patient teaching. Monitors patients during and as follow-up for procedures. Assists RN and Physician as needed. Responds to Emergencies, provides first aid, performs cardio-pulmonary resuscitation, uses and directs use of AED in emergency.
Maintains medical accountability records and prepares related reports/forms (e.g., charts/patient records, medication administration records, unusual incident forms, seizure documentation forms, restraints logs, and other forms as required) Completes thorough and knowledgeable documentation, Verifies and implements Physician’s orders. Completes and maintains controlled drug administration/tracking records- reports any inaccuracies in documentation immediately, completes and maintains Infection control documentation. Maintains work assignment records/ documents and forms as needed. Maintains supplies needed to provide an organized, appropriately stocked work area (i.e., orders, inventories, delivers/obtains). Communicates with pharmacy as needed to maintain medication stocks. Maintains assigned medical work areas (i.e., cleans equipment/carts cabinets/storage areas) provides daily cleaning. Provides clerical tasks (i.e., answers phones, files, copies, faxes). Provides general nursing care Assists and provides work direction, orientation and training as needed to lower-level direct staff in providing general unskilled nursing care (e.g., feeding, dressing, bathing, transferring and repositioning). Attends Medical appointments as needed, attends and participates in meetings as needed. Responds to patient alarms, assists in the maintaining of patient supervision levels as required. Confers with the Nursing Supervisor or the Director of Nursing in her absence on nursing needs or anything pertaining to the needs of nursing personnel.
Mandatory Overtime Is Required Of This Position.
What’s in it for you:
Benefits
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage
- Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the Ohio Med PPO plan.
- Dental, vision and basic life insurance premiums are free after one year of continuous service.
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
- 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth/Adoption leave
- OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.
- The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.
License to practice nursing as a licensed practical nurse issued by Ohio Board of Nursing pursuant to Section 4723 Ohio Revised Code & proof of completion of an approved course in medication administration.
Note: Licensed Practical Nurses who administer dialysis treatment must possess Certification in IV Therapy pursuant to Section 4723.17 Ohio Revised Code.
Job Skills: Nursing
Organization
Developmental Disabilities - Gallipolis Developmental Center
Agency Contact Name and Information
Gina.Silva@dodd.ohio.gov
Unposting Date
Jun 30, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location
Gallipolis Developmental Cente
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Gallia County-Gallipolis
Compensation
$26.72 - $33.52
Schedule
Full-time
Classified Indicator
Classified
Union
OCSEA
Technical Skills
Basic Documentation, Medical, Nursing, Medical records
Professional Skills
Attention to Detail, Flexibility, Teamwork, Verbal Communication
Agency Overview
Join Our Team at Gallipolis Developmental Center!
Accepting applications for Licensed Practical Nurse - Two (2)Full-Time Position Available
About Us
The Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) is a trauma informed care agency focused on implementing our core values and providing support to people with developmental disabilities. We oversee a statewide system of supportive services that focus on ensuring the health and safety, supporting access to community participation, and increasing opportunities for meaningful employment. To learn more about DODD click here .
The Gallipolis Developmental Center is located along the Ohio River within the historic city of Gallipolis. We provide off-campus work/habilitative activities provided during the day. In addition, we also have an Activity Center on-ground for habilitation, recreation, work-readiness and therapeutic training for individuals choosing those activities. We also provide a full array of health services, as well.
Salary : $27 - $34