Compassionate LPN — Group Home Care Specialist

Woods Services; New Jersey; On-site; USD 36,936 - 52,607; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision & Dental Plans

Prescription Drug Program

401k Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Observed Holidays

Life Insurance & Disability Insurance

Discounted Tuition & Tuition Reimburs

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Allies, Inc. is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct nursing care for individuals with disabilities in community settings in New Jersey. You will administer medications, assist with daily living activities, accompany clients to appointments and document care in required records.

You will work with an interdisciplinary team, participate in trainings (CPR/First Aid, etc.), and help maintain a safe, supportive environment in accordance with state policy and program standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited Nursing School; LPN.
• Licensed in the State of New Jersey.
• Valid Unrestricted Driver’s License with good driving record.
• One year of experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities preferred.
• Ability to lift and transfer at least 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care and promote a consumer-oriented approach to health care.
• Administers medication and completes documentation.
• Assists individuals in daily living skills.
• Accompanies individuals to medical appointments.
• Accurately completes all in-house documentation.
• Attends conferences, seminars and trainings relevant to the position.
• Implements medically prescribed diets and exercise programs.
• Assists the Agency Nurse in training of Support Staff in health maintenance, medications, and medical treatments.
• Encourages and ensures a clean, safe, and comfortable environment.
• Accurately completes all in-house documentation including Vehicle Log, ABC forms, UIRs, MAR, progress notes and Monthly reports.
• Completes required residential trainings (CPR/First Aid, etc.).
• Works with IDT and other parties to build self-esteem and social capital.
• Operates all agency vehicles.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Compassion for people

Clinical nursing care

Medication administration

Documentation

Patient safety

Team collaboration

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Job description

Allies, Inc. is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct nursing care for individuals with disabilities in community settings in New Jersey. You will administer medications, assist with daily living activities, accompany clients to appointments and document care in required records.

You will work with an interdisciplinary team, participate in trainings (CPR/First Aid, etc.), and help maintain a safe, supportive environment in accordance with state policy and program standards.