Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN

Community Options Job Board; Pottsville (Schuylkill County); Sur place; USD 30 000 - 41 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Paid Holidays

Generous PTO

Employee Incentives

403b Retirement Plan

Career growth opportunities

Résumé du poste

Community Options, Inc. in Pottsville, PA is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide nursing care in community settings, following the nursing process and collaborating with health team members.

Starting pay is $25.00/hour; candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent nursing experience, a valid driver’s license, and at least one year of relevant experience. Training will be provided to ensure high-quality support for individuals with disabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing required or equivalent nursing experience.
• Minimum of one year of nursing experience with individuals with disabilities.
• Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to calculate medication dosages and maintain accurate documentation.
• Commitment to community-based supports and crisis management skills.

Responsabilités

• Provide nursing care procedures as ordered by a physician and in accordance with professional standards.
• Ensure individuals attend medical appointments per ISP.
• Maintain health reports and physician recommendations.
• Develop and update ISP/PCP with interdisciplinary team.
• Train staff on medical needs of assigned individuals.
• Monitor health conditions and refer for medical services as needed.
• Maintain medication administration logs and ensure supplies are available.

Connaissances

Nursing knowledge

Verbal communication

Written communication

Crisis management

Relationship building

Formation

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Outils

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing residential group home, day habilitation and supported employment services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are seekingaLicensedPractical Nurse (LPN)inPottsville, PA. The LPN 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 $25.00/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
• 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
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in nursing field
• Minimum of one year of experience providing nursing services to individuals with disabilities
• 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
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• 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

Working Conditions

• Work in office, residential programs, day programs, and community environments
• May be exposed to changing weather conditions when working outside
• Hours and weekly schedules may change due to business needs and may include evening and weekend hours
• May be required to be on-call in cooperation with other management staff
• Occasional overtime may be required
• Frequent lifting, stretching, and other physical exertion may be required
• May be required to lift or move 50+ pounds
• May occasionally assist with wheelchair transfer of non-ambulatory individuals
• May be required to transport individuals utilizing your own vehicle or company provided vehicles
• May be exposed to various medical conditions, communicable diseases, blood, body fluids, or tissues

Why Community Options?

• Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
• Generous PTO
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Incredible career growth opportunities

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

Equal Opportunity Employer
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