LVN / LPN
About The Position
Provide nursing services, training, and supports for individuals with brain injuries, intellectual and developmental disabilities, substance use disorders, and/or emotional or behavioral disabilities. Monitor individuals’ health conditions and ensure quality services. Administer medications, document medication administration, and oversee and monitor staff who administer medications. Provide physician-ordered medical treatment and personal care services. Conduct assessments, implement health care services included in each Individual Service Plan (ISP), and respond to changes in condition. Train staff on universal precautions, infection control, and medication administration. Serve as a liaison and advocate with medical and professional service providers, and coordinate with external agencies to support consistent treatment. Train individuals served on topics such as self-medication, prescribed treatments, sex education and STD prevention, and smoking cessation.
Requirements
- Associate’s Degree in Nursing or a related field, or state certificate.
- One year of experience working with the population served in a nursing capacity.
- Current LPN or LVN licensure for the state of residence.
- Current driver’s license, car registration, and auto insurance.
- Other certifications required by state licensing regulations, such as CPR/FA, HIV/AIDS certification, BBP, and ACT training.
- Ability to communicate effectively with staff, individuals served, and families.
Responsibilities
- Monitor the health conditions of individuals served and ensure quality services are provided.
- Administer and document medications; oversee and monitor staff members who administer medications.
- Provide prescribed medical treatment according to physician’s orders and personal care services.
- Conduct assessments, implement health care services in each Individual Service Plan (ISP), and respond to changes in condition.
- Train staff on universal precautions, infection control, and medication administration.
- Serve as a liaison and advocate with medical and professional service providers.
- Coordinate services with external agencies to ensure consistent treatment.
- Train individuals served on self-medication, prescribed treatments, sex education and STD prevention, and smoking cessation.
Benefits
- Full compensation and benefits package for full-time employees.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off and holiday pay.
- Employee Referral Program bonus opportunities for eligible roles.
- Career development and advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
