Licensed Practical Nurse Lpn - Dsl

Lions Rehab Center; Cumberland (MD); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Full compensation/benefits package

Rewarding work with meaningful impact

Job security with career development

Job summary

ResCare Community Living, part of the Sevita family, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse to provide comprehensive nursing services in our care settings for individuals with developmental disabilities and related needs. You will administer medications, monitor health conditions, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

The role includes training staff, coordinating with external providers, and ensuring person-centered care plans are implemented in accordance with

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing or related field required.
• Current state LPN or LVN licensure for state of residence.
• One year of nursing experience with the population served.
• CPR/FA and HIV/AIDS certifications, BBP, ACT training may be required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor health conditions and ensure quality services.
• Administer medications and document appropriately.
• Provide prescribed medical treatment per physician orders.
• Conduct assessments and plan health care services in ISP.
• Train staff in infection control, medication administration, and safety.

Skills

Communication

Staff training

Nursing patient care

Education

Associate’s Degree in Nursing or related field

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse

ResCare Community Living, a part of the Sevita family, provides quality services that empower individuals, enhance independence, and help people live well. Since 1974, we’ve supported individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live more independently at home and in their community. With our dedicated team and experienced staff, we provide person-centered services that help people build skills, overcome challenges, and reach their full potential.

Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse
This is a fantastic role to continue your nursing career path and work within a setting that offers variety and rewarding challenges. You will have high-impact work by providing nursing services, training, and supports to address the medical or psychiatric needs of individuals with a brain injury, intellectual and developmental disability, a substance use disorder, and/or has an emotional or behavioral disability.

• Monitor the health conditions of individuals served and ensure quality services are provided.
• Administer medications and provide documentation as well as oversee and monitor staff members who administer medications.
• Provide prescribed medical treatment by physician’s orders and personal care services.
• Conduct assessments, implement health care services to be included in each Individual Service Plan (ISP), and respond to changes of condition.
• Provide training to staff members including universal precautions, infection control, and medication administration.
• Serve as liaison and advocate with other medical and professional service providers as well as work with external agencies to coordinate services and ensure consistent treatment of individuals receiving care.
• Provide training for individuals served with topics including self-medication, prescribed treatments, sex education/STD prevention, and smoking cessation.

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing or related field, or state certificate
• One year of experience working with population served in a nursing capacity
• Current state LPN or LVN licensure for state of residence
• Current driver's license, car registration, and auto insurance
• Other certifications as required by state licensing regulations such as CPR/FA and HIV/AIDS certification, BBP, and ACT training
• Ability to effectively communicate with staff, individuals served, and families

• Full, Part-time, and As Needed schedules available.
• Full compensation/benefits package for full-time employees.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Rewarding work, impacting the lives of those you serve, working alongside a great team of coworkers.
• Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Posted Salary Range: USD $27.50 - $30.50 /Hr.