Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) WEEKENDS

Community Options, Inc. • River Edge, NJ

3d • $34 • Onsite

About The Position

Community Options, Inc. is a national nonprofit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 11 states. The Licensed Practical Nurse delivers care to individuals in a community setting by using the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation. The role involves interacting with individuals, their significant others, and health team members while maintaining professional nursing standards. The position is part time and weekend-based, with starting pay of $34.00 per hour for part-time and PRN work.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a nursing field.
• At least one year of experience providing nursing services to individuals with disabilities.
• Valid nursing license.
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to calculate medication dosages.
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with an individual receiving supports.
• Ability to effectively present facts and recommendations.
• Successful completion of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug-testing checks is required for employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide physician-ordered treatment and health care procedures as required by professional standards or law.
• Ensure individuals attend medical appointments in accordance with their Individual Support Plans (ISP).
• Advise the supervisor of concerns and issues related to nursing services.
• Develop and update Individual Support Plans (ISP) and Person Centered Plans (PCP) with an interdisciplinary team, including concerns, observations, and behavioral developments.
• Train employees on the medical needs of assigned individuals.
• Monitor individuals’ health and medical conditions and refer them for medical services as needed.
• Monitor medication use through medication administration logs.
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and on time.
• Build and maintain individuals’ support networks through relationships with community members, businesses, and families.
• Cooperate with licensing and department staff during inspections, inquiries, or investigations.
• Perform additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Paid holidays, including a birthday holiday.
• Generous paid time off.
• Employee incentive and discount programs.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Supportive coworkers and team.
• University partnerships that include tuition reduction.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level