LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)

FOUR OAKS FAMILY AND CHILDRENS SERVICES•Mason City, IA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

As the LPN you will be assisting in the provision of nursing services to agency clientele. Primary duties include the provision of nursing services; health needs assessments, coordination of psychiatric/psychological/medical services to clientele, medication administration. In addition, this position is responsible for health related training needs of clientele and staff. Specific duties include: Administer medications accurately and in an efficient and timely matter. Build relationships of trust with residents. Assess the medical needs of residents. Assist with coordination of psychiatric and psychological scheduling. Follow and supervise medication management procedures, including the distribution, storage, and return of prescribed medications. Establish and maintain health conscious procedures within work areas. Provide medical triage and directs interventions in medical situations by referring clients to appropriate provider. Maintain medical file information and assures proper file management. Provide TB testing to clientele within established time frames. Report any identified public health concern to appropriate authorities. Review medication errors & completes continuous quality improvement process. Immediately identify injuries which are inconsistent with the identified history to Senior Program Manager for immediate action. Conduct training on CPR, First Aide and Sex Education. Manage physician orders, appointments and paperwork. Approve seclusions and restraints per MANDT protocol. Respond to periodic on-call events during the day and overnights

Requirements

You will need a license from an accredited practical nursing program to qualify for this position.
Ability to work on an on-call rotational schedule.
Strong time management skills
Ability to work independently / self directed
Effective problem solving abilities
Basic to intermediate computer skills

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in working with children is preferred.

Responsibilities

Administer medications accurately and in an efficient and timely matter.
Build relationships of trust with residents.
Assess the medical needs of residents.
Assist with coordination of psychiatric and psychological scheduling.
Follow and supervise medication management procedures, including the distribution, storage, and return of prescribed medications.
Establish and maintain health conscious procedures within work areas.
Provide medical triage and directs interventions in medical situations by referring clients to appropriate provider.
Maintain medical file information and assures proper file management.
Provide TB testing to clientele within established time frames.
Report any identified public health concern to appropriate authorities.
Review medication errors & completes continuous quality improvement process.
Immediately identify injuries which are inconsistent with the identified history to Senior Program Manager for immediate action.
Conduct training on CPR, First Aide and Sex Education.
Manage physician orders, appointments and paperwork.
Approve seclusions and restraints per MANDT protocol.
Respond to periodic on-call events during the day and overnights