LPN - Developmental Disabilities (First Shift)

ViaQuest, Inc.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Medical, vision, dental, disability &

401k

Employee discount program

Paid time off

Employee referral bonus program

Job summary

ViaQuest Healthcare Central is seeking an experienced LPN to join our team in supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in our ICF. The role focuses on medication administration, treatments, and health monitoring. You will assess health status, document care, and ensure secure handling of medications and supplies.

Supervisory responsibilities may be considered for qualified candidates. We offer paid training, a comprehensive benefits package, PTO, an employee referral bonus program,

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited LPN program and licensed as LPN.
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Supervisory or management experience may be preferred.
• Excellent decision-making and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed medications and monitor response; notify MD as needed.
• Administer treatments (topical, ear, eye, enemas, tube feedings, first aid) and monitor effectiveness.
• Assess health status, including vital signs.
• Follow through on health-related concerns in a timely manner.
• Ensure unattended medications/treatments are secured.
• Utilize nursing judgment to determine needed care/treatment.
• Document medication administration, MAR/TAR, narcotic counts, etc.
• Oversee proper administration by staff as applicable (delegated nursing).
• Complete nursing notes by end of shift.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Decision making

Supervisory experience

Education

Licensed LPN

Job description

ViaQuest Healthcare Central is seeking an experienced LPN to join our team in supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in our ICF. The role focuses on medication administration, treatments, and health monitoring. You will assess health status, document care, and ensure secure handling of medications and supplies.

Supervisory responsibilities may be considered for qualified candidates. We offer paid training, a comprehensive benefits package, PTO, an employee referral bonus program,