Licensed Practical Nurse - Adult Residential

The Arc of Washington County; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

403(b) with match

PTO 14 days

Holidays 7

Casual dress code

Employee events

Job summary

The Arc of Washington County in Hagerstown, MD is hiring an LPN for the I/DD Program. This full-time on-site role provides nursing review, staff training, and compliance, focusing on individuals with developmental disabilities.

Work hours 8:00-4:30, Monday-Friday, with occasional care tasks. Requires Maryland LPN license (or compact), experience with IDD or long-term care, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• LPN license in Maryland or a compact state.
• Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Ability to lift/transfer up to 50 pounds.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication, organizational, training and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing review and follow-up across programs.
• Train and support staff on care plans and medical protocols.
• Verify physician orders and ensure compliance with medical guidelines.
• Complete nursing documentation and focused assessments as needed.
• Support the Lead LPN and medical assistants in daily operations.
• Monitor compliance with COMAR regulations, the Nurse Practice Act, and Developmental Disabilities guidelines.

Skills

LPN license

IDD experience

Training & supervision

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Now Hiring: LPN - I/DD Program

Location: Hagerstown, MD (Washington County area)
Pay: $28/hour
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., with occasional care tasks outside of the normal work week
Remote Status: On-site, in programs and units

A Role with Real Impact

The LPN - Residential role is focused on supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and providing guidance to staff. You’ll provide nursing review and follow-up, train staff on care plans, verify physician orders, provide updated medical protocols, and support the Lead LPN and medical assistants.

This is not a traditional bedside nursing role. Instead, it requires strong organizational, training, and supervisory skills.

This role is best suited for an experienced LPN who is confident in their career, comfortable operating in a structured environment, and skilled at managing workplace dynamics with professionalism and discretion. Candidates who prefer autonomy, frequent clinical skill utilization, or minimal oversight may find this role challenging.

What You’ll Do

Ensure quality healthcare and provide nursing review and follow-up across programs

Train and support staff on care plans and medical protocols

Verify physician orders and ensure compliance with medical guidelines

Complete nursing documentation and focused assessments as needed

Support the Lead LPN and medical assistants in daily operations

Monitor compliance with COMAR regulations, the Nurse Practice Act, and Developmental Disabilities guidelines

What You Need to Bring

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensed in Maryland or a compact state

Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or in long-term care settings

Ability to provide direct care, implement proper restraint techniques, and lift/transfer up to 50 pounds as needed

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Strong communication, organizational, training and documentation skills

Ability to pass all pre-employment screenings: background check, drug screening, and physical/ergonomic testing

Health, Dental, and Supplemental Insurance Options (Shared cost)

Company-paid Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability

403(b) Retirement Plan with company match

14 PTO days + 7 Paid Holidays

Casual dress code and a positive, inclusive team culture

Employee appreciation events, cookouts, and other recognition opportunities

Why This Role Matters

The LPN - Residential position plays a critical role in ensuring the health, safety, and development of the individuals we serve. If you are an experienced LPN who enjoys training, supporting staff, and working in a structured but dynamic environment, this role provides a meaningful opportunity to make a direct impact on our community.