LPN/LVN – Compassionate Community Care Advocate

Sevita; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Rewarding work with team

Job summary

Sevita’s ResCare Community Living in Indiana is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse to provide nursing services within a person-centered setting. You will address medical or psychiatric needs of individuals with diverse conditions, administer medications, and document care as part of a collaborative team.

You’ll train staff, conduct health assessments, and coordinate with external providers to implement ISP-based services, promoting independence and well-being for

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing or related field.
• 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

LPN/LVN licensure

Medication administration

Nursing assessments

Staff training

Communication with staff and families

Education

Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN) or related field

Current state LPN/LVN licensure

Tools

CPR/FA certification

HIV/AIDS certification

Job description

Sevita’s ResCare Community Living in Indiana is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse to provide nursing services within a person-centered setting. You will address medical or psychiatric needs of individuals with diverse conditions, administer medications, and document care as part of a collaborative team.

You’ll train staff, conduct health assessments, and coordinate with external providers to implement ISP-based services, promoting independence and well-being for