About The Position

The Baylor Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) serves as the clinical team lead on designated weekend shifts within the Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICF/IID). This position provides direct nursing care, medication administration, and oversight of resident aides to ensure safe, person-centered, and regulatory-compliant care in accordance with ICF/IID standards.

Requirements

  • Current, unrestricted LPN license in good standing.
  • Graduate of accredited practical nursing program.
  • Ability to lift, transfer, and reposition residents as needed.
  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
  • Ability to assist with mobility and medical equipment.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in ICF/IID, developmental disabilities, or long-term care preferred.
  • Supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Serves as team lead during assigned Baylor shift and supervises at least two ICF/IID Resident Aides.
  • Works cooperatively with Program Director, RN, Program Coordinator, Enrichment Coordinator, and interdisciplinary staff.
  • Implements active care plans (CFAs, IPPs, BSPs) and prepares required documentation and reports.
  • Administers medications (oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular) and documents on MARs.
  • Monitors residents for adverse reactions and reports findings to RN.
  • Performs LPN-skilled procedures including catheter care, feeding tube support, and oxygen administration.
  • Assists Enrichment Coordinator in therapeutic, social, and recreational programming.
  • Collaborates with RN, Program Coordinator, and Dietician to implement nutritious meal planning and special diets.
  • Takes residents to medical appointments as necessary.
  • Maintains cleanliness and safety of the home in compliance with licensing and organizational policies.
  • Maintains medical and household supplies, including stocking, ordering, and disposing of expired items.
  • Documents resident visits, outgoing calls, and other required communications.
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