LPN — Community Disability Care with PTO & Holidays

Community Options, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive insurance

Birthday holiday

Generous PTO

Employee Discounts

403b Retirement Plan

Career Growth

Great coworkers

Tuition Reduction

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. in Philadelphia, PA seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to deliver care in a community setting, using the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation. The RN delivers care to individuals with disabilities in a community setting, coordinating with a health team to meet each person’s needs.

Starting pay is $33.00 per hour. The role requires RN licensure and at least one year of nursing experience with individuals with disabilities, plus a valid

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent nursing experience.
• Minimum of one year of nursing experience with individuals with disabilities.
• Valid RN license.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Complete all state and agency required training per state guidelines.
• Ability to calculate medication dosages.
• Commitment to community-based supports for persons with disabilities.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations.
• Ability to establish a supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate with program participants, third-party agencies, staff and community.

Responsibilities

• Provide treatment and health care procedures ordered by a physician and required by professional standards.
• Ensure individuals attend medical appointments per ISP.
• Advise supervisor of all concerns related to nursing services.
• Create and distribute health reports detailing general health and physician recommendations.
• Conduct trainings including medication administration and delegation.
• Develop and update ISP/PCP with an interdisciplinary team.
• Train employees on medical needs of assigned individuals.
• Monitor health and medical conditions and refer for medical services as needed.
• Monitor medication usage through administration logs.
• Ensure health service supplies are available and replenished.
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately.
• Build a support network with community members, businesses, and families.
• Participate in community, social, and recreational activities.
• Follow OSHA procedures regarding blood borne pathogens.
• Cooperate with licensee and department staff during inspections.
• Additional tasks may be assigned.

Skills

RN license

Communication skills

Crisis management

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Medication administration

Assessment & planning

Community-based supports

Documentation skills

Relationship with individuals

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent nursing experience

Job description

Community Options, Inc. in Philadelphia, PA seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to deliver care in a community setting, using the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation. The RN delivers care to individuals with disabilities in a community setting, coordinating with a health team to meet each person’s needs.

Starting pay is $33.00 per hour. The role requires RN licensure and at least one year of nursing experience with individuals with disabilities, plus a valid