Licensed Practical Nurse Spv

Georgia Department of Revenue•Thomasville, AL

23d•$28,571 - $62,000•Onsite

About The Position

The LPN 3 plays a vital role in fulfilling this mission and vision by leading and supporting CRA (Community Residential Alternative) setting, CLS (Community Living Support), and Day Services by providing a person-centered approach to nursing care for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The LPN 3 ensures full compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations, including those from DBHDD, DCH, and CMS. This position is essential in maintaining a safe and respectful environment that reflects each individual’s choices, goals, and preferences, while maintaining the highest standards for confidentiality. Under supervision of Registered Nurse (RN), provides general direct nursing care to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You will provide prescribed medical treatment and personal care services to individuals in a CRA (Community Residential Alternative) setting, CLS (Community Living Support) and Day Services. Your responsibilities will include providing a person-centered nursing approach, observing and reporting health-related data, coordinating medical care, documenting nursing care, scheduling medical appointments, providing transportation to and from medical appointments and conducting health-related training for unlicensed personnel. You will be responsible for performing quality assurance checks and advocating for the individuals supported and helping to develop community supports ensuring the department provides services in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that considers cultural diversity and age appropriateness so that autonomy, rights and dignity are preserved. This is an integral role in ensuring the individuals receive the best possible care and support to thrive.

Requirements

Vocational/Technical degree from an accredited college AND current Georgia license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
Successfully Pass a DBHDD National, State, and Local background screening
Must Have a Valid State of Georgia LPN License or Compact License
Must be at least 18 years of age
Successfully Pass a Drug Screening
Must Have Valid Driver’s License
TB Screening/Evaluation
Successfully completes orientation within 60-days of hire
High School diploma/GED and completion of a LPN Program through an approved Georgia Nursing Board; or Vocational/Technical degree from an accredited college and current Georgia license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse and two (2) years of experience in a team lead, supervisory or leadership role; or one (1) year experience required at the lower level Licensed Practical Nurse 3 (HCT032) or position equivalent.

Nice To Haves

In addition to Entry Qualifications, Preferred Qualifications may be added by the agency.

Responsibilities

Provide a person-centered approach to nursing care to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Administer prescribed medications and treatments per physician orders
Perform nursing procedures (e.g. wound care, tube feeding, catheter care etc.) as required
Provide first aid and emergency care when necessary
Monitor and document vital signs and health related data
Implement health protocols and monitor their effectiveness
Ensure a Medication Administration Record (MAR) is placed in the MAR book each calendar month in CRA/CLS and Day Services
Complete Medication Reconciliation as needed
Manages the medication in compliance with DBHDD storing prescribed medications, labeling, dispensing, discarding/disposal, safety and security of all medications
Schedule and transport to and from medical appointments for those receiving nursing services
Coordinate preventative and routine medical care for people supported
Ensure CRA/CLS receives the required care regarding dental services if they receive nursing services
Provide nursing assessments limited to the scope of practice of an LPN
Provide nursing care based off nursing service hours as designated by DBHDD Clinical Team
Complete daily assessments for changes in condition and update Healthcare Plan (HCP) if there are changes in medical conditions, a fall and/or a seizure etc.
Follows TGSC Fall Protocol Policy in the event of a fall
Completes CIR (Critical Incident Report)
Completes GER (General Equivalent Report)
Follow guidelines of the Behavior Support Plan (BSP)
Health Risk Screening Tool (HRST) is updated annually, and as medical changes occur
Participate in Quality Assurance (QA) activities, health risk screening tool (HRST) monitoring, and follow up
Communicate with physicians, pharmacist(s), specialists, medical suppliers and Interdisciplinary Team regarding care for individuals
Educate the people receiving supports about health maintenance and behavioral health diseases
Facilitate referrals to other healthcare professionals and medical facilities
Maintain accurate documentation and individual medical records
Document nursing care provided in THERAP
Educate staff on healthcare plans and health related training to unlicensed personnel in accordance with LPN scope of practice
Advocate for the people supported and assist with developing community supports
Facilitates communication and problem solving across all departments for people in service effectively to appropriate personnel
Oversee compliance to staff to infection control practice
Track and report communicable diseases and other reportable conditions as required
Attend ISP (Individualized Service Plan) meetings
Track all falls and report to leadership and include reason and measure towards resolution
Ensure compliance with DBHDD Health & Safety standards, HRFA rules and Individual Service Plans (ISP) requirements
Participate in internal and external audits, site reviews, and inspections (e.g., DBHDD, HFRA, CQL)
Maintains confidentiality relative to patient care and TGSC practices in accordance with HIPPA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act)
Maintains competency by participating in continuing education programs and meets state specific requirements
Complies with accepted ethical conduct and professional standards of nursing practice as set forth by the American Nurses Association or equivalent nursing organization
All billable units and working hours must be face to face with the individual receiving nursing services.
Assist in investigations of healthcare-related incidents and implement corrective actions
Supervise LPN’s
Provide risk mitigation to reduce the likelihood or minimize potential clinical, legal and regulatory errors to ensure safety of the people
Complete scheduling for LPNs to ensure adequate coverage for the organization and nurses hours match waiver and allocations and turn completed schedule into RN for approval
Facilitate all leave requests forms and turn into RN for approval or denial
Provide training for new LPNs
Provide training for LPNs as medical conditions of the people change causing changes in supports
Provide training for DSPs in areas relevant to medical supports within the expected job skills for a DSP
May be required to work non-traditional working hours other than 8am-4pm Monday- Friday
May be required to work weekends and holidays
May be required to work during emergency situations, including but not limited to hurricanes, tornadoes, severe weather events, natural disasters, and other emergencies, to ensure the health and safety of and continuity of services for people served
Other duties as assigned by RN and/or Executive and/or Assistant Director