Licensed Practical Nurse

Bancroft•Mount Laurel Township, NJ

20h

About The Position

Position Summary: In accordance with standard nursing practices and under the direction of the Registered (RN), provides nursing services as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to persons served by the Bancroft organization.

Requirements

Licensed Practical Nurse from an accredited Nursing program with a current and valid N.J. license required.

Nice To Haves

Prior nursing experience working with the developmentally disabled and/or the traumatically brain injured preferred.

Responsibilities

Under the clinical direction of the Registered Nurse (RN), provides nursing care to persons served, operating within personal license constraints and in strict accordance with regulations and guidelines defined by the Nurse Practices Act, Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), N.J. Department of Health, , N.J. Department of Education Administrative Code and Amendments, Commission of Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), Joint Commission for the Accreditation of Healthcare Organization (JCAHO) Division of Youth Services (DYFS) where applicable, the Individual Program Plan (IPP), Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA), and established Bancroft policies and procedures:
In accordance with established procedures, reviews and accurately transcribes physician orders for documentation into the medical record of each person served.
Obtains detailed health histories and conducts health screenings and physical assessments of persons served; e.g., vital signs, height, weight, pain assessments, nutritional needs, abuse and neglect screening, etc., to determine a baseline health status and to identify and document the current and changing healthcare needs of each person served. Reports findings to RN for subsequent review by physician.
Based on program needs, performs on-site visits of program sites to ensure the health, safety, security, and overall quality of care for persons served. Identifies existing and potential issues of concern and takes appropriate action to address, resolve, and avoid reoccurrence of issues. Appropriately examines, and documents findings to contribute to quick resolution of problematic issues.
Continually monitors medical charts/summaries of the care provided to individual persons served to ensure the currency of the information, adherence to physician orders, the proper documentation of medications and treatments, etc., to ensure the highest quality of care for all persons served.
Administers first aid and emergency medical treatment to persons served in the event of illness and/or injury.
Obtains and reviews written reports of laboratory and special tests performed for persons served by Bancroft-approved and outside healthcare providers. When test results are available, reviews results and consults with healthcare providers, as needed, to obtain or clarify medical information and accurately documents pertinent information in the medical record of each person served.
Establishes and regularly maintains clinical records of persons served including medical history, drug reactions, allergies, prescribed medications, etc. Documents pertinent information regarding medical care of persons served.
Administers medications and treatmentsin strict accordance with physician orders; monitors the medication process for efficacy, side effects, expected outcome, and adverse reactions. Maintains an adequate inventory of medications to ensure immediate availability of medications at all times.
Contributes to the ongoing safety, security, and cleanliness of medication rooms, persons’ served areas, and medical equipment and supplies. Promptly notifies RN or Nurse Manager of any problems or needed equipment repairs.
Interacts on a regular basis with Nurse Managers and case management staff regarding the routine, special, and changing healthcare needs of individual persons served to support a comprehensive care plan for each person.
Interacts on a regular basis with program management/staff regarding the preparation of persons served for scheduled laboratory and special testing as ordered by physician; e.g., follows pre-testing restrictions, etc.
Provides education and assistance to direct care staff in monitoring the usefulness, effectiveness, and adverse effects of medication and drug therapies, as well as in proper reporting and documentation procedures.
May participate in a proactive manner regarding infection control policies and procedures. Educates staff and persons served on issues related to contagious diseases and provides instruction on the implementation of appropriate precautions, as needed.
May perform other nursing tasks as designated by the Registered Nurse.