Senior Licensed Practical Nurse

SENIOR LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE

Requisition No: 865265

Agency:
Veterans Affairs

Position Number:

Salary: $50,960.78 (paid bi-weekly, may include shift differential)

Posting Closing Date: 03/31/2026

Douglas T. Jacobson State Veterans' Nursing Home, Port Charlotte, Charlotte County, Florida. The facility offers: 1 CNA to patient ratio 1‑10; 1 nurse to patient ratio 1‑20; ceiling lift systems; smoke‑free environment; on‑site pharmacy; ample supplies and PPE; “state‑of‑the‑art” patient care resources.

Available at $25.21/hour. Eligible shifts:
Monday‑Thursday 3PM‑11PM or 11PM‑7AM, Friday‑Sunday. Must work at least one shift per pay period. No benefits.

• Excellent retirement package and deferred compensation plan.
• Health, vision, dental, disability and other supplemental insurance at reasonable premium rates.
• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• Nine paid holidays and personal days.
• Tuition waiver for State Universities and Community Colleges (up to 6 credits per semester).

Program may provide up to $4,000 per year per nurse for up to four years.

• Willingness and ability to work weekends and holidays as required.
• License as a Practical Nurse in Florida.
• Current Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
• Effective communication in English (reading, writing, speaking).
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Successful completion of Level II background check and drug test.
• Education and employment history verifiable (attach credentials).

• One year experience in long‑term care environment (nursing home, skilled nursing or assisted living).
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records.
• Experience administering medications in a skilled nursing facility.
• Computer skills:
  Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).

• The incumbent is responsible for providing quality care to veteran residents to ensure their health, safety, and security in accordance with established agency Standard Operating Procedures and Nurse Practice Act.
• Administer medications and perform treatments, complete accurate clinical documentation, supervise CNAs and other support staff.
• Coordinate nursing care, assist with orientation of new personnel, and establish communication with patients and families.
• Report observations to appropriate personnel (physician, nurse supervisor, family) and maintain accurate records.
• Assist physicians with special tests and procedures within the scope of the Florida Nurse Practice Act.
• Implement facility and nursing department policies, comply with all regulations, and maintain supplies and equipment.
• Participate in emergency response, continue educational programs, and perform additional duties as assigned.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center  in advance.

The State of Florida supports a Drug‑Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug‑Free Workplace Act.

Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.

Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission, including character of service (e.g., DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) and any other documentation required by Rule 55A‑7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.