Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

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 full-time employees.  Starting rate of pay is $30.00 per hour 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!