Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Magnolia Community Services•Jefferson, LA

47d•Hybrid

About The Position

Provides nursing care to assigned individuals with developmental disabilities in their group homes, and in other client areas.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED.
Licensed Practical Nurse
CPR License
Current Louisiana Driver’s License
Current Automotive Insurance Coverage
Attendance at Mandatory Training & In-Services
Acceptable Driver’s Motor Vehicle Record required.
Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience working as an LPN preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides information to direct care staff relative to the implementation of clients’ healthcare services and programs.
Documents all pertinent health-related data and follow up in accordance with company policy.
Physically responds directly to all requests for health care services or situations in which a nurse is needed.
Maintains current Nursing and CPR license
Administers medications and treatments as assigned in group homes.
Administers medication and treatments to day clients as directed by the physician on the medication authorization form.
Takes all necessary action as per written procedures to ensure timely completion of actions required by physician orders, inclusive of monitoring of medication side effects (labs, etc.)
Responds and participates in all emergencies and emergency training activities such as current CPR, fire safety, evacuation, etc.
Reports all health care needs of clients to physician for further evaluation and treatment.
Communicates changes in clients Behavioral Management Medication and the reasons for these changes to direct care staff.
Attends off-campus doctors/hospital appointments with clients as needed.
Assure adequate supplies and equipment are available and in good working condition.
Notifies family members of injuries and acute illnesses.
Administers medication and treatments and conducts training in self-medication administration if applicable.
Collects specimens in accordance with physician orders and agency policy
Reports relevant information and/or unusual findings to DON
Maintains a clean working environment.
Willingly accepts and performs other duties and assignments to meet the needs of individuals residing at Magnolia Community Services.
Adheres to Nurse Act of Louisiana and Magnolia Community Services policies and procedures.
Performs quarterly assessments.
Attends to all ill clients during the day/night.
Available for all shifts including weekends and holidays when needed, available as part of on-call after-hours rotation.
Other duties may be assigned as needed
Understands and complies with Magnolia’s mission, vision, and values.
Works as a team with other Nursing and Magnolia staff, stepping in to assist or transport other clients and staff as needed.
Maintains a professional image as a representative of Magnolia.
May need to evacuate with Magnolia clients and staff in emergency situations.
Performs other related duties as assigned.