LVN
About The Position
The Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse provides nursing services, training, and supports to individuals with brain injuries, intellectual and developmental disabilities, substance use disorders, and/or emotional or behavioral disabilities. The role monitors individuals’ health conditions and ensures quality services are provided. Responsibilities include administering medications and documenting their administration, overseeing staff who administer medications, providing physician-prescribed medical treatment and personal care, conducting assessments, implementing health care services for Individual Service Plans (ISPs), and responding to changes in condition. The nurse also trains staff on universal precautions, infection control, and medication administration; coordinates care with medical professionals and external agencies; and advocates for individuals served. Training for individuals may cover self-medication, prescribed treatments, sex education and STD prevention, and smoking cessation.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in Nursing or a related field, or a state certificate.
- One year of experience working with the population served in a nursing capacity.
- Current state LPN or LVN licensure for the state of residence.
- Current driver’s license, car registration, and auto insurance.
- Other certifications as 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, and oversee and monitor staff members who administer medications.
- Provide prescribed medical treatment according to physician’s orders and provide 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.
- Work with external agencies to coordinate services and ensure consistent treatment.
- Train individuals served on topics including 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.
- Nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
