Part-Time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Residential Services

Arc of Greater Prince William•Manassas, VA

10h•Onsite

About The Position

The Arc of Greater Prince William / INSIGHT, Inc. is seeking a compassionate and dependable Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide person-centered nursing services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities at two residential group homes in Manassas, Virginia. Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, the LPN is part of an interdisciplinary nursing team and provides direct nursing care, implements physician- and RN-directed plans of care, monitors individuals’ health status, and guides and educates direct support staff. This is a part-time, 8-hour position scheduled Saturdays from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at a residential group home in Manassas, Virginia. Starting pay is $30.00 per hour. The role includes direct care, health monitoring, medication and treatment coordination, documentation, staff guidance, and collaboration with nursing and interdisciplinary teams. The position may require operating organizational vehicles, including large passenger vans.

Requirements

Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing with the Virginia Board of Nursing.
CPR/AED and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain and maintain certification.
Knowledge of medication administration and regulatory compliance.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Proficiency with electronic documentation.
Ability to provide compassionate, person-centered care and assist individuals with personal hygiene and medical routines as needed.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record; ability to be insured under organizational requirements.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and meet the physical requirements of the position.
Ability to perform CPR/First Aid/AED, stand and walk for extended periods, bend, stoop, push, pull and reach, climb stairs, navigate residential and community environments, and operate an organizational vehicle.
Successful completion of required background checks, TB screening, and required organizational and state-mandated training.
Ability to pass a criminal background check and required trainings.
Reliable transportation and a minimum three-year acceptable driving record.
High school diploma or GED.
Flexibility and a positive attitude.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
Group home, residential, or community-based nursing experience.
Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and/or mental health challenges, or transferable experience in education, caregiving, health care, other human services, or customer service.

Responsibilities

Implement physician orders, nursing care plans, and established nursing protocols.
Conduct focused nursing assessments and ongoing monitoring, including vital signs, blood glucose, skin integrity, and intake/output as appropriate.
Provide direct nursing interventions within the LPN scope of practice and demonstrated competencies.
Communicate changes in individuals’ conditions promptly to the RN and complete appropriate documentation.
Audit Medication Administration Records (MARs) and treatment records for accuracy and compliance.
Ensure prescribed medications and treatments are available and coordinate medication refills with pharmacies.
Collaborate with Program Managers regarding medication management practices.
Guide direct support staff regarding health concerns and medical protocols.
Reinforce nursing education provided by the RN to individuals, families, and direct support professionals.
Assist with coordinating medical appointments and follow up on medical recommendations.
Participate in nursing team meetings and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Monitor individuals’ health and safety during assigned shifts and promote infection-control and universal-precaution practices.
Complete accurate, timely documentation in accordance with organizational policies, licensing standards, Medicaid Waiver requirements, and best practices.
Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and organizational standards.
Safely operate organizational vehicles, including large passenger vans, when required.
Assist individuals with personal hygiene and medical routines as needed.