Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

communityoptions; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

Generous PTO

Employee incentive program

403b Retirement Plan

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. in Santa Fe, NM is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to deliver nursing care in a community setting, following the nursing process and collaborating with health teams and individuals served.

The role emphasizes assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation in accordance with professional standards. Responsibilities include coordinating medical appointments, preparing health reports, training staff, monitoring medications, and ensuring

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent nursing education or experience.
• Minimum of one year of nursing experience with individuals with disabilities.
• Valid nursing license valid in NM.
• Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.
• Complete all state/agency required training per guidelines.
• Ability to calculate medication dosages.
• Commitment to community-based supports.
• Ability to stay calm in crisis situations.
• Ability to establish supportive relationships with individuals.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to present accurate facts and recommendations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with participants, agencies, staff and the community.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care and procedures as ordered by a physician and in line with professional standards or law.
• Ensure individuals attend medical appointments per ISP.
• Report concerns about nursing services to supervisor.
• Create and distribute medical/health reports.
• Develop and update ISP/PCP with interdisciplinary team.
• Train employees on medical needs of individuals.
• Monitor health status and refer to medical services as needed.
• Monitor medication usage and keep logs.
• Maintain health service supplies.
• Ensure program documentation and records are accurate and timely.
• Build community relationships and support networks for individuals.
• Assist individuals in community, social, and recreational activities.
• Participate in personal futures planning circles.
• Follow OSHA blood-borne pathogen procedures.
• Cooperate with licensee and staff during inspections.

Skills

Communication skills

Crisis management

Microsoft Office

Medication dosage calculation

Presenting facts & recommendations

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent nursing experience

Valid nursing license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Community Options, Inc.

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 seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Santa Fe, NM. 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.

Sign on Bonus: $5,000 sign‑on bonus is paid after 90 days of employment per the Executive Director’s approval.

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

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
• 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
• 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