Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Community Options, Inc.; Butler (Butler County); Presencial; USD 36 000 - 52 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Health benefits

Paid holidays

Generous PTO

Employee programs

403b retirement

Career growth

Great coworkers

Tuition reduction

Resumo da oferta

Community Options, Inc. is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Butler, PA to deliver community-based nursing care to individuals with disabilities, using the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation.

The Registered Nurse delivers care to individuals with disabilities in a community setting utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent nursing experience.
• Minimum of one year nursing experience with individuals with disabilities.
• Valid RN license.
• Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.
• Complete required state and agency training per state guidelines.
• Ability to calculate dosage figures.
• Commitment to community-based supports.
• Ability to remain calm in crises.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Provide treatments and health care procedures as ordered by a physician.
• Ensure attendance at medical appointments per ISP.
• Report concerns to supervisor.
• Create and distribute medical/health reports.
• Conduct trainings on medication administration and delegation.
• Develop and update ISP/PCP with interdisciplinary team.
• Train staff on medical needs.
• Monitor health status and refer to medical services as needed.
• Maintain medication administration logs and health service supplies.
• Document program activities and records accurately.

Conhecimentos

Verbal communication

Written communication

Crisis management

Medication calculations

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent nursing experience

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 11 states.

We are in search of a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Butler, PAto deliver care to individuals with disabilities in a community setting, utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning intervention, implementation, and evaluation. The Registered Nurse delivers care to individuals with disabilities in a community setting utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation. This person will interact with individuals, significant others, and health team members while maintaining the standards of professional nursing.

Starting pay is $32.00/ per hour

Responsibilities

• Provide treatment and health care procedures ordered by a physician and required by the standards of professional practice or law
• Ensure individuals attend medical appointments per their Individual Support Plan (ISP)
• Advise supervisor of all concerns and issues related to the provision of nursing services
• Create and distribute medical/health reports detailing general health, health care goals, and physician recommendations
• Conduct programmatic trainings including medication administration and delegation
• Develop and update Individual Support Plans (ISP)/Person Centered Plans (PCP) with an interdisciplinary team to include any concerns, observations, and behavioral developments
• Train employees on the medical needs of assigned individuals
• Monitor health and medical conditions of individuals and refer for medical services as needed
• Monitor the use of medications through medication administration logs
• Ensure health service supplies are available and replenished as needed
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
• Build a support network for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with community members, businesses, and families
• Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities
• Participate in circles of support for personal futures planning
• Follow strict OSHA procedures regarding blood borne pathogens
• Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in nursing field
• Minimum of one year of experience providing nursing services to individuals with disabilities
• Valid R.N. license
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Complete all state and agency required training per state guidelines
• Ability to calculate figures related to medication dosages
• Understanding and commitment to community-based support for persons with disabilities
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with an individual receiving supports
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to effectively present facts and recommendations
• Ability to effectively communicate with program participants, third-party agencies, staff and members of the community

Why Community Options?

• Competitive Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday!
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities
• Great coworkers/team that support you!
• University partnerships that include tuition reduction

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V