Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Residential Setting
The Arc Ocean County Chapter
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Job summary
The Arc of Ocean County is seeking compassionate Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to join our Residential Healthcare Services team. You will provide clinical care and ongoing health support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities living in residential homes throughout Ocean County.
This full-time evening shift (Sunday-Thursday, 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM) offers a starting pay of $36.10 per hour plus additional shift differentials of $2.00-$4.00 per hour based on shift assignments.
Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
- Current LPN license issued by the New Jersey Board of Nursing in good standing.
- Minimum of one year of LPN experience.
- Valid New Jersey driver’s license with no more than five points.
- Strong communication, documentation, organizational and clinical assessment skills.
- Experience with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Deliver nursing services within residential group homes while promoting the health and well-being of individuals receiving services.
- Monitor changes in health status and respond to medical concerns and emerging healthcare needs.
- Assist in developing, implementing, and evaluating individualized healthcare plans that support each person's unique medical needs.
- Work closely with the agency Registered Nurse, residential leadership, physicians, specialists, pharmacies, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated healthcare services.
- Accompany individuals to physician appointments, hospital visits, rehabilitation admissions, specialty consultations, and other medical appointments when needed.
- Advocate for individuals by ensuring continuity of care and effective communication among healthcare providers.
- Maintain medication administration records, health assessments, and other clinical documentation with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Support medication administration processes while ensuring compliance with agency policies, physician orders, and healthcare regulations.
- Assist residential staff with health-related education, guidance, and nursing support as appropriate.
- Encourage healthy lifestyles and proactive healthcare practices that enhance quality of life.
- Participate in quality assurance initiatives, health education, and ongoing clinical training.
- Help maintain safe, healthy residential environments where individuals can thrive while receiving person-centered care.
Skills
Education
Job description
The Arc of Ocean County is seeking compassionate and skilled Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to join our Residential Healthcare Services team.
In this role, you'll provide clinical care and ongoing health support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities living in residential homes throughout Ocean County.
Unlike fast-paced hospital environments, this position allows you to build lasting relationships with the individuals you support while collaborating with a dedicated interdisciplinary team focused on promoting health, independence, and quality of life.
If you're looking for a rewarding nursing career where your clinical knowledge and compassion truly make a difference, we'd love to meet you.
Location: Brick, New Jersey
Schedule: Full-Time | Sunday-Thursday | 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Starting Pay: $36.10 per hour
Additional Shift Differentials: Earn an additional $2.00-$4.00 per hour based on applicable shift assignments.
- Deliver nursing services within residential group homes while promoting the health and well-being of individuals receiving services
- Monitor changes in health status and respond appropriately to medical concerns and emerging healthcare needs
- Assist in developing, implementing, and evaluating individualized healthcare plans that support each person's unique medical needs
- Work closely with the agency Registered Nurse, residential leadership, physicians, specialists, pharmacies, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated healthcare services
- Accompany individuals to physician appointments, hospital visits, rehabilitation admissions, specialty consultations, and other medical appointments when needed
- Advocate for individuals by ensuring continuity of care and effective communication among healthcare providers
- Maintain medication administration records, health assessments, and other clinical documentation with accuracy and attention to detail
- Support medication administration processes while ensuring compliance with agency policies, physician orders, and healthcare regulations
- Assist residential staff with health-related education, guidance, and nursing support as appropriate
- Encourage healthy lifestyles and proactive healthcare practices that enhance quality of life
- Participate in quality assurance initiatives, health education, and ongoing clinical training
- Help maintain safe, healthy residential environments where individuals can thrive while receiving person-centered care
This position offers the opportunity to practice nursing in a setting where you can truly get to know the people you serve. Instead of brief patient encounters, you'll become part of a collaborative team dedicated to helping individuals live healthier, safer, and more independent lives within their own homes and communities.
- Meaningful Community-Based Nursing
- Supportive Interdisciplinary Team
- Opportunities for Professional Growth
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Continuing Education and Paid Training Opportunities
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing required
- Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license issued by the New Jersey Board of Nursing required and must remain in good standing
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse required
- Valid New Jersey driver's license required with no more than five (5) motor vehicle points
- Strong communication, documentation, organizational, and clinical assessment skills
Previous experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities is preferred but not required.
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Coverage
- Low Deductible Health Insurance with $0 Copay Options
- Comprehensive Prescription Coverage
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Agency Match
- Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Growth Opportunities
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
- Paid Training and Development Opportunities
- Additional Supplemental Benefit Options Available
Join The Arc of Ocean County as a Licensed Practical Nurse and use your clinical expertise to provide compassionate, person-centered healthcare that empowers individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live healthier, more fulfilling lives. Your care will extend far beyond treatment—it will help build trust, promote independence, and improve lives every day.
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