Licensed Practical Nurse - FEP Grant

Horizon Behavioral Health•Lynchburg, VA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The LPN at the Horizon Homes will manage all medical issues with direction from the RN and Physician and ensure physician’s orders are implemented, while keeping the physician and supervisor informed of pertinent information concerning the client’s response to treatment.

Requirements

Successful completion of a course of study that allows for licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of VA is required.
One year of experience providing nursing services as an LPN is required or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Knowledge of the principles, procedures, techniques, trends, and literature related to physical health and intellectual disabilities.
Knowledge of nursing best practice.
Commitment to serving the ID/DD population.
Ability to lift and transfer consumers up to an average of 50 to 80 pounds.
Ability to demonstrate effective communication skills: verbally, person-to-person and through use of the telephone, and written.
Ability to drive and must possess a valid driver’s license.
May be called upon to travel to any Horizon worksite; transport clients, provide services to client other locations.
Regular attendance at training and Horizon meetings may require travel to a variety of Horizon sites.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working with developmentally disabled individuals.

Responsibilities

Manage all medical issues with direction from the RN and Physician.
Ensure physician’s orders are implemented.
Keep the physician and supervisor informed of pertinent information concerning the client’s response to treatment.
Administer medications.
Analyze situations accurately and develop appropriate responses or techniques.
Perform medical interviews in order to obtain information and to formulate appropriate treatment plans and referrals.
Produce, read, and relay medical lab results.
Respond quickly to correct situations that are deemed to be hazardous, especially to consumers.
Record data and complete documentation within established expectations and by communicated deadlines.
Work in and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
Train staff to implement training programs for the individuals.
Safely assist individuals with all aspects of physical management including equipment use, safe lifting and physical assistance.
Participate in and successfully pass behavioral intervention training; includes both verbal de-escalation skills and physical skills techniques to be utilized with consumers as needed.