LPN/LVN — Community-Based Care & Impact Nurse

Sevita; Coralville (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time and part-time schedules

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

REM Community Services, a part of Sevita, seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to deliver nursing services, med administration, and staff training for individuals with complex needs. This on-site role focuses on medical and behavioral supports within ISP plans.

You will collaborate with medical teams, provide training on infection control and medication administration, and coordinate care across Sevita resources.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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 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.

Skills

Communication with staff and families

Patient care collaboration

Education

Associate’s Degree in Nursing

Tools

CPR/FA certification

HIV/AIDS certification

BBP training

ACT training

Job description

REM Community Services, a part of Sevita, seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to deliver nursing services, med administration, and staff training for individuals with complex needs. This on-site role focuses on medical and behavioral supports within ISP plans.

You will collaborate with medical teams, provide training on infection control and medication administration, and coordinate care across Sevita resources.