Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | PRN

Benchmark Human Services-NJ•Vineland, NJ

21d•Onsite

About The Position

Benchmark Human Services is a respected leader in intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and behavioral health, serving people of all ages through various programs. They are seeking a qualified and caring Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for their adult IDD group home in Vineland, NJ. The LPN will be responsible for transporting residents to and from a day service program, participating in activities, providing direct care and nursing services, and performing general household duties. Benchmark is committed to empowering individuals to live independently and be included in their communities, and they strive to be a workplace that honors the unique experiences and strengths of their employees.

Requirements

Active New Jersey LPN license
Valid New Jersey driver’s license and auto insurance
Criminal background clearance
Clearance through Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities, N.J.A.C. 10:44D
Experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and/or mental illness.

Responsibilities

Perform duties such as recording temperature, weight and blood pressure.
Complete specialized individual care and treatment such as tube feedings, care of the feeding site, tracheostomy care as well as some injections.
Provide assistance required by individuals to ensure adequate standards of health care administer medication, personal hygiene, proper nutrition, overall care, and participation of preferred activities.
Assist individuals with doctor appointments and community activities as permitted.
Chart residents care, treatment measures including documentation through an internal system.
Function as a liaison and advocate for the individuals served when dealing with physicians.
Consult with pharmacist and follow up as needed.
Complete monthly paperwork of individuals served health care needs.
Monitor the medical files of individuals served to ensure that all documentation is present and correct.
Attend mandatory Nurses’ Meetings as assigned.
Comply with all standards to assure the health and safety of individuals served.
Perform all duties necessary to meet state approved objectives, including the requirement that the employee cooperate with staff from the Department of Human Services (DHS), the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) in any inspection or investigation.
Remain current in training offered by DDD (CPR/SFA) as well as those offered by Benchmark.
Ensure the health, safety and respect of individuals served.
Order medical supplies on a monthly basis for individuals served.