LPN

Sevita; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Sevita is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse to join our team and deliver high-quality nursing services to individuals with brain injury, developmental disabilities, substance use disorders, or behavioral challenges. You will monitor health, administer medications, train staff, and collaborate with medical providers to ensure coordinated care.

You must hold an active LPN/LVN license in your state, have at least one year of relevant experience, and maintain CPR/FA and

Qualifications

• Associate degree in nursing or related field or state certificate.
• One year of nursing experience with the population served.
• Current state LPN/LVN licensure where you reside.
• Valid driver’s license, car registration, and auto insurance.
• Other state licensing certifications such as CPR/FA, HIV/AIDS, BBP, ACT training.

Responsibilities

• Monitor health conditions and ensure quality services.
• Administer medications and supervise medication administration by staff.
• Provide prescribed medical treatments per physician orders and provide personal care.
• Conduct assessments and implement health care services in ISP.
• Provide staff training on universal precautions, infection control, and medication administration.
• Coordinate with medical providers and external agencies for consistent care.
• Deliver training on self-medication, prescribed treatments, sex education/STD prevention, and smoking cessation.

Skills

Communication

Staff training

Staff supervision

Education

Associate’s Degree in Nursing or related field

Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse licensure

Current CPR/FA and HIV/AIDS certification

Tools

CPR/FA training

Job description

DISCOVER CAREERS, WELL LIVED. Our mission at Sevita is to create a world where every person has the right to live well. As a Caregiver, you’ll provide assistance and strategies to the individuals we serve to help them live well in their community and environment. Each day, the connections you make and the compassion you bring make a difference in the lives of our participants. You’ll work alongside a dedicated team of clinical staff and supportive supervisors, while you grow your career.

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.

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.

Qualifications

• 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

Why Join Us?

• 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.
• Employee Referral Program bonus opportunities for eligible roles

We have a rewarding work environment for you – come join our team –

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.

We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.

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.