Licensed Practical Nurse

Rcm Of Washington; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

RCM Of Washington in Washington, DC is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a contract role at our residential facilities. The LPN reports to the Supervising Registered Nurse and Clinical Director and works under RN supervision in line with the Washington, DC Nursing Practice Act.

Primary duties include providing person-centered care and nursing activities for the people supported by the agency. Key responsibilities: administer medications and treatments, document responses, contribute

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing.
• Current and valid LPN license in the District of Columbia.
• Current BLS and CPR certification.
• Experience in a clinical nursing setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer medication and treatments accurately and document responses.
• Perform delegated and independent nursing tasks per policy and standards.
• Coordinate care with PCP, psychiatrist and other disciplines.
• Maintain and reconcile MAR and charts in EMR systems.
• Contribute to care planning with data collection and assessments.
• Attend trainings, meetings, and ensure licensure CEU compliance.

Skills

Electronic Medical Records

Health standards

Computer skills

Communication

Education

Nursing diploma (LPN)

DC LPN license

BLS CPR certification

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: 24th St - Washington, DC 20018Salary Range: $28.00 - $32.00 HourlyThe Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) reports to the Supervising Registered Nurse of the designated location as well as the Clinical Director respectively and shall practice under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and under the Nursing Practice Act of Washington, DC. This position is primarily responsible for performing nursing activities and person-centered care for the people we support within the agency’s residential facilities. This is a contract position; please only apply if you are interested in being a contractor.

Essential Functions:

• Exercise quality nursing judgment in the application of established policies and procedures in order to ensure well-being and safety of the people that we support.
• Utilize nursing knowledge and skills in the safe implementation of basic preventative therapeutic and rehabilitative nursing care
• Administer medication and treatments accurately and observing and documenting response to interventions.
• Perform delegated and independent nursing functions using established procedures, policies, guidelines, and professional nursing standards.
• Contribute to the development of the person’s plan of care by collecting data and conducting focused nursing assessments based on the identified problems and needs.
• Participate in nursing care management through coordinating preventative care with Primary Care Physicians (PCP), Psychiatrist and other ancillary disciplines.
• Reconcile medication administration records, Physician order sheets, as well as new Physician orders accurately.
• Delegate nursing interventions to Trained Medical Employees (TME’s) which includes medication administration and other interventions.
• Participate in health teachings under the direction of the Registered Nurse to promote, attain, and maintain positive outcomes.
• Participate and attend staff development trainings and meetings including but not limited to: mock surveys, department meetings, DDS trainings, Human Rights Committee, Psychotropic med reviews, ISP’s and Court appointments.
• Assist the people that we support and family members/guardians with concern and empathy; respect their confidentiality and privacy and communicate with them in a courteous and respectful manner.
• Maintain professionalism through appearance, verbal and written communication.
• Serve as a LPN preceptor in orienting new nurses joining the organization ensuring that they understand the policies and procedures of the organization.
• Attendance to mandatory and non-mandatory trainings and in-services (3 annually) to strengthen the knowledge of the community that were serve; maintain the number of required CEU’s for licensure renewal.
• Organize and maintain medical records according to RCM’s policy.
• Document appropriate findings as it relates to nursing practice via weekly and monthly progress notes and report vital information to the health care team.
• Ensure completion and follow up of all consults relating to the person’s health needs.
• Maintain Medication Administration Records (MAR).
• Ensure that first aid kits and treatment supplies are in place and ready for use.
• Participate with quality improvement team to correct any deficiencies.
• Report all suspected negative allegations to the Clinical Director as well as Incident Management Coordinator
• Fill in as a Direct Support Professional as needed to assist with person care routines and medical appointments.
• Serve as an advocate for the people and upholding all “People Rights” in accordance with regulations.
• Be aware of and safeguard the persons welfare at all times.
• Participate in all on-going job-related training (all 4 phase of DDS training) and staff meetings with the ability to demonstrate training competency
• Maintain current licensure and certifications to effectively perform professional duties (LPN license, Health Certificate, TB testing, CPR and CPI).

Other duties as assignedQualificationsKnowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Electronic Medical Records System(s)
• Knowledge of health and wellness standards, Department of Health and Department on Disabilities procedures
• Excellent computer skills
• Basic mathematical skills
• Ability to respond to changing situations in a flexible manner in order to meet current health care needs
• Possess the ability to employ critical thinking skills (including Crisis Situations)
• Consider relative costs and benefits of potential actions and choose the most appropriate one
• Ability to develop staff by providing constructive feedback and finding opportunities for their growth
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from various groups
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Ability to write reports, business correspondences and procedure manuals
• Effective oral and written communication in the English language
• Ability to gain a working knowledge of RCM policies and procedures and act as a representative of RCM in public
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate and coordinate with other staff members and people from different backgrounds
• Possess leadership ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel and maintain confidentiality; must be organized, have attention to detail and ability to prioritize daily tasks
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• Ability to lift, move, or assist non-ambulatory people and/or weights with a minimum of 60 lbs
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands for hands on assessment; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear for an undetermined amount of time.

Education and Experience:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing
• Current and valid Licensed Practical Nurse license in the District of Columbia
• Minimum of 1 year experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse in a related community
• Have a current and maintain annual health certificate stating employee is free and clear of any and all communicable diseases
• Current American Health Association BLS and CPR certification
• Able and willing to complete duties as directed and model professional behavior
• Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, as well as be willing to handle people based on whatever maturity level they are currently functioning

Physical and Environmental Conditions:

Work environment may involve situations that require working with people with Behavior Support Plans, Trauma Informed Care Plans, Complex Medical Needs, and Significant Developmental Disabilities.