Community Licensed Practical Nurse

The Center for Human Services; Sedalia (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Center for Human Services in Sedalia, MO is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a full-time position in an ISL setting to promote physical and mental health through nursing processes and compassionate care.

You will train direct support staff in nursing delegations, provide Level 1 medication administration training, document services, participate in on-call rotations, and support individuals after hospital or ER visits.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing with valid LPN registration in Missouri or compact licensure state.
• CPR certification required.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic preventative, therapeutic and rehabilitative nursing care.
• Train direct support staff in nursing delegations.
• Provide Level 1 Medication Administration training to staff.
• Document services per Medicaid and DMH certification requirements.
• Assist with CIMOR, HRST and APTS referrals promptly.
• Attend ISL program meetings and participate in on-call rotations.
• Assess individuals within 7 days of discharge from hospital or ER.
• Develop plans to meet medical and health care needs of individuals.

Skills

Caring

Computer literacy

MS Office

Organizational skills

Professional communication

Positive attitude

Teamwork

Follow directions

Electronic documentation

Education

Missouri LPN license

CPR certification

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Full timeSedalia, MOPettis CountyPOSITION SUMMARYThe Community LPN promotes the physical and mental health of individuals by applying nursing processes to individualsin an ISL setting. Services are provided based on the unique needs of each individual, according to dependent andindependent nursing functions and conformance with recognized nursing techniques, procedures, and establishedstandards based on the scope of practical nursing. Additionally, hours of service for Professional Assessment andMonitoring Services (PAMS) may be authorized based upon the health requirements of individuals supported.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESAs a Community Licensed Practical Nurse, you will:• Utilize nursing knowledge and skills in the safe implementation of basic preventative therapeutic andrehabilitative nursing care as evidenced by documentation and observation of positive patient care outcomes .• Work with the Community RN to provide individual specific training (nursing delegations) to direct support staffworking in various ISL programs.• Perform independent nursing functions using established procedures, policies, guidelines and standards.• Provide Level 1 Medication Administration training to direct support staff.• Maintain communication with other LPN’s, Lead Support Professional, Assistant Lead Support Professional,Professional Manager, Community RN, and Program Director.• Attend monthly meetings for ISL programs as needed.• Documents services in accordance with agency policy and requirements associated with Medicaid andDepartment of Mental Health Certification and Contractual compliance.• Assist all individuals in our care with concern and empathy; respect their confidentiality and privacy andcommunicate with them in a courteous and respectful manner.• Provide quality assurance checks to various programs to ensure quality medical care has beenprovided.• Assist Community RN in responding to all CIMOR, HRST and APTS referrals in a timely fashion.• Answer and refer telephone calls or other inquires to ensure accurate and timely communications are facilitated• Participates in on-call rotation with other nursing staff.• Conducts assessment of individuals within 7 days of discharge from hospitalization or ER visit,including skin assessment.• Complete other duties as assigned.• Develops plans to ensure that the medical and health care needs of individuals are met. This responsibilityincludes:o Ensuring appropriate medical follow-up.o Providing nursing delegations related to medical diagnosis, allergies, medication, diet and specialemergency plans related to ongoing medical conditions.o Coordinating and reviewing lab work.o Coordinating care with clinics, outside physicians and hospitals.o Health and nutrition review and teaching.o Medication Administration and other Staff training as assigned.o Follows up on health-related concerns as identified by the Department of Mental Health RN.• Present a positive image and attitude when representing CVA/CHSQUALIFICATIONSREQUIRED EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing, with valid registration as an LPN in the state of Missouri, or a compactlicensure state.• Professional Certification in CPRREQUIRED MISCELLANEOUS QUALIFICATIONS• Valid driver’s license• Reliable, licensed, and insured vehicle• Prior field experience of working with individuals with developmental disabilitiesTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Therequirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to complete theessential duties and responsibilities of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals withdisabilities to perform the essential functions and meet physical requirements.SKILLS AND ABILITIES• Caring, compassionate with an interest in helping others succeed• Comfort with learning proprietary software• Computer literacy• Experience with MS Office - Word, Excel and Outlook• Organizational abilities• Professional and courteous business communication• Positive, collaborative attitude• Work independently and collaborativelyCOMPETENCIES• Able to follow directions• Able to document electronically in proprietary systems• Computer, and electronic communication comfortable• Organized• Person-centered• Policy-supportive• Reliable• Respectful and professional in communications• Responsible• Team playerPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS• Ability and strength to position/lif t/transfer greater than 50 lbs. (an adult human being) regularly,including the ability to safely assist an adult human being to the ground to perform CPR• Continuous ability to push and pull 100-125 lbs. of pressure consistently over extendedperiods as per requirements of performing CPR, as defined by the AHA• Continuous ability to kneel on hard or other surfaces for extended periods, as per requirements ofperforming CPR• Lift, carry, squat, bend, move, push or pull, sit or stand repetitively and for long intermittent periods• Type on a keyboard for extended periods, and view a computer or other electronic screen forintermittent periods• Walk and/or stand for extended periodsSHIFTS: Full-Time (40 hrs./wk)BENEFITS: CHS offers best-in-industry benefits. Click here to view our Benefits guide for more detailsEEO STATEMENTCenter for Human Services/Chariton Valley Association provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This statement applies throughout the life cycle of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at 660-826-4400 or 660-665-1111 ask for HR.#Li-RA1