Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

communityoptions; Lawrence Township (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Insurance Options

Paid Holidays

Generous Paid Time Off

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities

Tuition reduction partnerships

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse in Lawrence, New Jersey. This role involves providing care to individuals with disabilities in a community setting, following the nursing process, and collaborating with a health team.

Starting pay is $24.00 per hour with competitive insurance, paid holidays, and generous PTO. Applicants must possess a valid nursing license, and experience is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience providing nursing services to individuals with disabilities.
• Valid nursing license and driver's license with satisfactory record.
• Employment contingent upon successful completion of background checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide treatment and health care procedures ordered by a physician.
• Ensure individuals attend medical appointments per their Individual Support Plan.
• Develop and update Individual Support Plans with the interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Nursing skills

Ability to calculate medication dosages

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing or equivalent

Job description

Community Options, Inc.

Community Options, Inc. is a national non‑profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states. We are now hiring a skilled Licensed Practical Nurse in Lawrence, New Jersey. The L.P.N. delivers care to individuals 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 $24.00 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
• 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 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
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
• Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation

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 nursing license
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Ability to calculate figures related to medication dosages
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with an individual receiving supports
• Ability to effectively present facts and recommendations
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

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