LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE-HOURLY
About The Position
At Abraxas Youth and Family Services, we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling, and independent life. We’re seeking compassionate, dedicated professionals who are looking for more than a paycheck. We’re looking for individuals who want to make a difference, build rewarding careers, and become part of a team committed to helping others succeed. For more than 50 years, Abraxas Youth and Family Services has been dedicated to improving lives through high-quality services and support. Our employees play a vital role in helping individuals achieve greater independence, confidence, and success while promoting dignity, respect, inclusion, and personal choice. Every day, our team members make a meaningful impact by supporting people in reaching their goals and living their best lives.
Requirements
- Licensed practical nurse license to practice in the appropriate State by the board in which the program/facility resides
- Trainer certification eligible or current certification in CPR/First Aid.
- At least twenty-one (21) years of age.
- Criminal clearances (Act 33 and 34, specific State & child clearances and, if necessary, FBI).
- Non-communicable diseases physical exam.
- Valid driver's license from employee's state of residence.
- PA Valid registered vehicle insurance.
- Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department
Nice To Haves
- No experience required for many positions.
Responsibilities
- Under the supervision of and in collaboration with an appropriate medical staff member (i.e. physician or registered nurse), assist with the medical treatment of clients by ensuring the components of the nursing process are effectively applied.
- Designated as the Responsible Health Authority.
- Designates appropriate client referrals to the contracted physician(s) and other medical agencies or practitioners.
- Administers physician prescribed medications and vaccines.
- Controls and maintains adequate inventory of medications and medical supplies.
- Responds to all medical emergencies, provides first aid and periodically works "on-call" shifts to provide emergency assistance as needed.
- Maintains all medical documentation, medical history, and file on each client and abides by HIPAA compliance rules and regulations.
- Actively participates in nursing related performance improvement activities.
- Participates in health training of clients to include hygiene, nutrition, and diet.
- Participates in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings.
- Coordinates with community service agencies, as required, to ensure routine and emergency medical care for clients and staff members.
- Promotes good health habits, hygiene, and nutrition with all clients.
- Evaluates continuously the quality of medical care for the clients.
- Ensures medical services department complies with all licensing and regulatory statutes.
- Communicates all pertinent client related medical information to program/facility staff members per HIPPA related rules and regulations.
- Maintains compliance with company exposure plan to include OSHA and bloodborne pathogens.
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- DailyPay – Access Your Earned Wages Before Payday
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Programs
- Employee Referral Bonuses
- Company-Paid Training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
