Licensed Vocational Nurse
About The Position
The Licensed Vocational Nurse provides nursing services, training, and supports for individuals with brain injuries, intellectual and developmental disabilities, substance use disorders, and/or emotional or behavioral disabilities. The role monitors individuals’ health and service quality, administers medications and prescribed treatments, and helps ensure continuity of care. The nurse conducts assessments, contributes health care services to Individual Service Plans (ISPs), and responds to changes in individuals’ conditions. The position also trains staff and individuals served, advocates for individuals, and coordinates care with medical professionals and external agencies.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in nursing or a related field, or a state certificate.
- One year of experience working with the population served in a nursing capacity.
- Current LPN or LVN licensure in the state of residence.
- Current driver’s license, car registration, and auto insurance.
- Other certifications required by state licensing regulations, such as CPR/FA, HIV/AIDS certification, BBP, and ACT training.
- Ability to communicate effectively with staff, individuals served, and families.
Responsibilities
- Monitor the health conditions of individuals served and ensure quality services are provided.
- Administer medications and document medication administration.
- Oversee and monitor staff members who administer medications.
- Provide prescribed medical treatment according to physician’s orders and provide personal care services.
- Conduct assessments and implement health care services included in each Individual Service Plan (ISP).
- Respond to changes in individuals’ conditions.
- Train staff members on universal precautions, infection control, and medication administration.
- Serve as a liaison and advocate with medical and professional service providers.
- Work with external agencies to coordinate services and ensure consistent treatment.
- Train individuals served on self-medication, prescribed treatments, sex education and STD prevention, and smoking cessation.
Benefits
- Full compensation and benefits package for full-time employees.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off and holiday pay.
- Employee Referral Program bonus opportunities for eligible roles.
- Career development and advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
