Integrated Care LPN - Nursing, Recovery & Crisis Support

Resources for Human Development; Frankford (DE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Resources for Human Development is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to coordinate and oversee medical care services for individuals we support. The role operates within a multidisciplinary treatment team to promote integrated physical and behavioral healthcare and support recovery goals.

Responsibilities include administering medications per physician orders, monitoring health concerns, documenting assessments, and coordinating care with physicians, specialists, and community resources.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program.
• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure in the State of Delaware.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Knowledge of medication administration, health assessment, and care coordination practices.
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing services and health monitoring for individuals receiving services.
• Assess, monitor, and respond to new, ongoing, and potential health concerns.
• Coordinate medical care with physicians, prescribers, specialists, and other healthcare providers.
• Serve as a liaison between individuals, healthcare providers, and community resources to promote overall wellness.
• Assess medical care needs and recommend health-related objectives for individualized recovery plans.
• Monitor vital signs, medication effectiveness, and potential side effects, reporting findings to the treatment team as appropriate.
• Administer medications, including IM injections, per physician orders and regulations.
• Manage ordering, receipt, storage, administration, and documentation of medications.
• Collaborate with individuals and treatment teams to improve medication adherence.
• Ensure individuals maintain prescribed medication schedules and receive appropriate follow-up care.
• Conduct screenings and assessments using validated tools for depression, trauma, substance use disorders, and risk factors.
• Complete assessments, progress notes, recovery plans, and treatment contacts within timelines.
• Utilize collaborative documentation practices and maintain accurate records.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
• Provide health education and wellness information to individuals.
• Deliver nursing-related training and consultation to staff members.
• Support recovery-oriented and evidence-based treatment approaches.
• Function as an active member of a multidisciplinary team providing holistic, person-centered services.
• Coordinate primary care, preventive healthcare, annual physical exams, dental care, and other wellness services.
• Assist individuals in accessing community supports that promote integrated physical and behavioral health.
• Meet required levels of treatment contacts and service delivery standards.
• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule to provide 24-hour emergency and crisis intervention support.
• Respond appropriately to urgent medical and behavioral health situations.
• Provide culturally responsive and individualized services that respect diverse backgrounds.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Nursing

Health assessment

Care coordination

Communication

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Practical Nursing program

Job description

Resources for Human Development is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to coordinate and oversee medical care services for individuals we support. The role operates within a multidisciplinary treatment team to promote integrated physical and behavioral healthcare and support recovery goals.

Responsibilities include administering medications per physician orders, monitoring health concerns, documenting assessments, and coordinating care with physicians, specialists, and community resources.