Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Do you enjoy providing great nursing care, knowing you are making a difference in people’s lives? As LPN, you will provide prescribed medical treatment and personal care services under the direction of a registered nurse or physician to address the medical or psychiatric needs of individuals with developmental disabilities, acquired brain injuries, substance abuse issues, and/or emotional or behavioral challenges. You will travel between multiple locations and be accessible to staff at all locations during work hours.
- Provide basic care and medical treatment to individuals served
- Complete health assessments and provide input of health diagnosis to RN or physician for the development of nursing care plan
- Follow-up on all physician orders and ensure follow-through on individual’s medical/dental appointments
- Monitor, administer, and record medications promptly, acting as a liaison to pharmacy
- Review medication error forms, analyze errors, and make recommendations for procedural changes
- Conduct quality assurance checks on health care records
- Maintain confidentiality, respect human rights, and practice universal precautions in accordance with company policy and all external guidelines
- Partner with external agencies to coordinate services and ensure consistent treatment
- Administer, track, and maintain log for testing of staff members and individuals
- Provide training to staff members on topics such as medication administration, universal precautions, and infection control
- Provide training for individuals served on topics such as self-medication, prescribed treatments, sex education/STD prevention, and smoking cessation
- On an as-needed basis, coordinate, organize, or assist with household activities such as light housekeeping and meal preparation; transport individuals to activities and appointments
- Participate in the on-call system as needed; may be required to be accessible after hours for emergency coverage
Qualifications:
- Associate Degree in Nursing or related field or a graduate of an accredited LPN program
- One year of experience working with population served in a nursing capacity
- Current state LPN License and other certifications as required by state licensing regulations such as CPR/FA, HIV/AIDS certification, BBP, and ACT training
- Current driver's license, car registration and auto insurance if providing transportation to individuals receiving services
- Strong communication skills with ability to build rapport with others
- Self-motivated and detail-oriented with ability to multi-task
- Reliable, responsible, caring nature with a commitment to the company’s mission and values
Why Join Us?
- Full compensation/benefits package for employees working 30+ hours/week
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holiday pay
- Complex work adding value to the organization’s mission alongside a great team of coworkers
- Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities
Come join our amazing team of committed, caring professionals. Apply Today!