LPN - Full Time
About The Position
Volunteers of America Mid-States (VOA) is a non-profit organization spanning four states that creates positive change in the lives of individuals and communities through a ministry of service. We provide housing for families, veterans, and low-income seniors. We provide care and support for individuals with developmental disabilities, healing accountability that brings people together with restorative justice, and free HIV testing and education. When Volunteers of America was founded in 1896, "volunteer" referred to anyone who served others as a vocation through a commitment to a mission. Today, we are still staffed by paid, mission-driven professionals working to create positive change and build thriving communities. Flexibility, teamwork, and fun are some of the reasons our employees are proud to work at VOA! We offer a comprehensive benefits package to employees who meet eligibility requirements.
Requirements
- Currently licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the State of Tennessee
- Experience equivalent to one year of nursing
Nice To Haves
- Nursing experience for individuals who have Developmental Disabilities and/or Mental Health concerns is desirable.
- Knowledge of the guidelines established by the state of Tennessee for community support programs for individuals with Developmental Disabilities is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Monitor the consumers’ safety as it pertains to medical care and medication administration.
- Conduct medication administration training as needed.
- Makes home visits when requested.
- Reviews clients’ medical status on a regular basis
- Completes paperwork as required for training and home visits.
- Interacts with consumers in supportive, therapeutic ways. Uses effective techniques to reinforce consumers’ behaviors.
- Aids in meeting the terms of the consumers’ ISPs. Interacts helpfully and kindly with consumers.
- Assists in ensuring medical files are current and accurate.
- Turns in required paperwork in a timely manner.
- Attends training as needed.
- Assist in supervising LPN on staff
- Complete PSR’s on clients in timely manner
- Other job duties as assigned by Program Director
Benefits
- Employee Assistance Plans (EAP)
- Health and Wellness Program
- Medical Coverage
- Dental Coverage
- Vision Coverage
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Spending Account
- Short Term Disability
- MetLife Legal Plans
- Competitive Compensation Packages
- Life Insurance (company paid)
- 403b retirement plan with company fund matching
- Employee discounts
- Loan forgiveness options through federal programs (National Health Corp & Public Service Loan Forgiveness)
- All company paid benefits and paid time off effective day one
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
