Part-Time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Goodwill Easterseals Miami Valley•Trotwood, OH

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides nursing services to Adult Day Service participants and serves as a resource to caregivers, participants, and staff in meeting participants’ health care needs. The nurse assesses participants’ health care and dietary needs upon admission and on an ongoing basis, reviewing, updating, and carrying out assessments. The role establishes and reviews health and nutrition goals for each participant and serves as a liaison to the medical community and funding sources for Easter Seals Adult Day Services. The nurse provides physician-ordered treatments, monitors medication use and compliance with care instructions, and provides first aid. When further treatment is necessary, the nurse refers the case to the participant’s family physician. The role maintains clinical notes and accident and illness logs, participates in case conferences and consultations, and assists with health and well-being instruction. It also includes assigned Child and Adult Care Food Program duties and compliance with program standards. The position may supervise nursing students, participants, and designated staff during medical-area situational assessments.

Requirements

Hold an LPN license in the state of Ohio.
Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
Have two years’ experience as an RN/LPN in competitive employment.
Be familiar with Workers’ Compensation laws.
Be able to evaluate the health needs of program participants.
Maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record acceptable to Goodwill’s liability insurance provider.
Maintain the ability to pass a criminal background check and random drug screens.

Responsibilities

Provide treatments upon receiving a written physician’s order, including monitoring medications and compliance with instructions related to conditions such as diabetes.
Provide first aid and refer cases to the family physician when further treatment is necessary.
Maintain clinical notes and accident and illness logs for program participants and employees, as appropriate.
Participate in case conferences or individual consultations to apply medical knowledge and experience to rehabilitation planning.
Assist the RN and program coordinator with teaching participants about health and well-being.
Perform assigned Child and Adult Care Food Program duties and comply with its standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.
May supervise nursing students, program participants, and designated staff in situational assessments within the medical area.