Licensed Practical Nurse - SEMORS - Poplar Bluff

Southeast Missouri Residential Services (SEMORS), a State of Missouri facility in Poplar Bluff, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct care for consumers with developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, mental illness, and geriatric conditions. This role offers the opportunity to work in a modern office setting with growth opportunities and wellness programs while making a meaningful difference in the lives of the individuals served.

Clinical Setting

SEMORS is a state residential facility dedicated to supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and related conditions. The work environment emphasizes professional, agile, and innovative care delivery.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and prescribed treatments under the supervision of a higher-level Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse
• Take and record vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure
• Perform laboratory draws and observe patients to detect deviations from normal conditions
• Perform practical nursing duties such as treating pressure sores, changing dressings, providing breathing treatments, inserting catheters, and flushing bladder irrigations
• Provide bedside care including feeding and personal hygiene assistance
• Prepare, administer, and chart medications according to physician orders; contact pharmacy regarding prescriptions and review filled orders against MAR and physician orders
• Assist Registered Nurses in preparing nursing assessment summaries and implementing health care plans
• Instruct patients on basic personal health care, including rehabilitative and preventative care
• Review hospital discharge orders and consult with primary doctor as needed
• Attend medical appointments with patients and may transport clients to offsite appointments
• Complete assessments for injuries, falls, neurology checks, and tube feedings
• Assist with patient admission process and participate in nursing care planning
• Oversee the work of nursing assistants
• Communicate with doctors, patients, and families regarding patient care and conditions
• Apply restraints when necessary
• Provide training to direct support staff
• Perform other related work as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Missouri or in accordance with Missouri's Nurse Licensure Compact
• Knowledge of current nursing theory, practices, and techniques
• Skill in applying practical nursing principles in the care of persons with physical or mental illness, developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, and/or the geriatric population
• Ability to work assigned schedule which may include a variety of shifts, weekends, holidays, and/or required overtime
• Ability to function in situations requiring a high level of practical nursing skill

Schedule

This position requires availability for a variety of shifts, weekends, holidays, and potential required overtime.

Benefits

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Defined pension plan
• Generous amounts of leave and holiday time
• Eligibility for health insurance coverage
• Additional benefits information available through the State of Missouri Total Compensation Calculator

Contact

For questions or to request accommodations for the application or interview process, contact Alexsa White at (573) 840-9068 or Alexsa.White@dmh.mo.gov.