Part-Time Nurse, LPN

Benchmark Human Services•Richmond, IN

10d•$27 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Benchmark Human Services is a leader in intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and behavioral health, serving people of all ages through various programs. Benchmark is seeking an LPN Healthcare Coordinator to provide healthcare coordination and direct intervention for individuals in Supportive Living. The nurse will also train unlicensed staff to meet the healthcare needs of individuals served.

Requirements

Current Indiana LPN license.
Valid Driver’s License.
Experience in Community/Long term care
Experience working with individuals with intellectual developmental disabilities and/or mental illness.

Responsibilities

Provide healthcare and wellness coordination for individuals in accordance with all state and federal regulations.
Function as liaison and advocate for individuals’ healthcare with all members of individual medical and interdisciplinary teams.
Advocate for client’s wellbeing and inclusion.
Train unlicensed staff on medication administration, delegated tasks, treatment protocols, and monitoring
Implement and train employees on new and revised health related policies and procedures
Participate in and attend assigned medical individuals’ appointments (as directed), individual specific, nurse, departmental, and other meetings as required.
Manage transitions of care to and from hospitals, nursing homes, rehab facilities or other agencies
Oversee pharmacy and medication needs
Maintain health-related records, complete documentation and assessments
Develop and update individual specific health risk plans to ensure appropriate medical care for assigned individuals
Develop long-term relationships with individuals served
Provide staff training to meet the healthcare needs of individuals serve.