LPN - Prn Weekends

Lumcfs•Sulphur, LA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Director of Nursing Services, responsible for assisting in the coordination, implementation, and training of Health Care Services for the agency.

Requirements

Licensed Practical Nurse with a valid Louisiana license
Two years of experience preferred in working with an adolescent population
Fundamental love for children and a desire to be an agent for change in their lives
Strong sense of personal authority, maturity, and integrity for an influential and authoritarian role with youth and staff
Strong, positive interpersonal skills to work with youth and staff
Strong work ethic
Willing to work under the supervision of the Director of Health Care Services
Willing to commit to significant job responsibilities
Excellent organizational, teaching, and leadership skills
Able to function effectively as a team member of the professional staff with a focus on problem-solving and outcomes

Responsibilities

Assist the Director of Nursing Services in the screening and oversight of the health care of all children assigned to their care.
Assist the Director of Nursing Services in education and training of staff and clients as directed in health care issues, policies, and procedures.
Provide emergency oversight of medical services as needed for clients and staff.
Assist as directed in the maintenance of systems and processes related to health care functions to include infection control, employee health, and other areas as assigned.
Maintain a high standard of personal and interpersonal functioning in job performance.
Monitor Child Care staff in the performances of their health care responsibilities.
Assist the Director of Nursing in other duties as assigned in areas related to the provisions of health care for clients and staff.