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Must have13
A current license to practice as a licensed practical nurse in Nebraska or authority based on the Nurse Licensure Compact to practice as a licensed practical nurse in Nebraska
Knowledge of licensed practical nursing theory and practice, principles and techniques of patient care and treatments, medication and medication administration procedures and practices, and care and use of medical equipment and supplies
Ability to evaluate nursing needs and to exercise competent judgment
Ability to evaluate patient behaviors, symptoms, and effects of medications
Ability to plan, monitor work of direct care staff
Ability to apply proper body mechanics for heavy lifting
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to follow oral and written instructions in exact detail
Ability to prepare and maintain records, charts and reports
Ability to maintain a helpful and sympathetic attitude toward patients
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally and push/pull occasionally up to 75 lbs. on a daily basis
Ability to frequently bend at the waist and neck and frequently twist at the waist and walk or stand up to 90% of the shift
Ability to interact with members and others in a positive manner and be flexible to meet changing demands of the job
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
11-02-2026
Job Description:
Wage Info: $29.907-$38.907 per hour (Breakdown $26.907-$35.907/hour + $3.00 differential + shift differentials) Based on license and verified work history.
Requirements / Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications: A current license to practice as a licensed practical nurse in Nebraska or authority based on the Nurse Licensure Compact to practice as a licensed practical nurse in Nebraska is required.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in gerontological nursing.
Knowledge of: licensed practical nursing theory and practice, principles and techniques of patient care and treatments, medication and medication administration procedures and practices, and care and use of medical equipment and supplies. Ability to: evaluate nursing needs and to exercise competent judgment; evaluate patient behaviors, symptoms, and effects of medications; plan, monitor work of direct care staff; apply proper body mechanics for heavy lifting; communicate effectively; follow oral and written instructions in exact detail; prepare and maintain records, charts and reports; maintain a helpful and sympathetic attitude toward patients. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally and push/pull occasionally up to 75 lbs. on a daily basis. Ability to frequently bend at the waist and neck and frequently twist at the waist and walk or stand up to 90% of the shift. Ability to interact with members and others in a positive manner and be flexible to meet changing demands of the job.
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