Nurse LPN

The Arc of Lagrange County; Howe (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

ICHRA

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

The Arc of LaGrange County in Howe, IN seeks a full-time LPN nurse to positively impact the lives of residents and mentor front-line staff through education and training. The role reports to the COO and offers a consistent schedule of 7:30 AM–4:00 PM, five days a week, with occasional extended hours.

Responsibilities include developing and implementing medical procedures, coordinating individual health care plans, administering medications, and training staff on CPR, First Aid, and safety.

Qualifications

• Must have a current nursing license (LPN or RN) and be able to document licensure.
• Ability to pass a drug screen.
• Reliable transportation to work in Howe/Lagrange County area.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement routine and emergency medical procedures for residents.
• Coordinate health care plans and monitor risks, including safety standards.
• Pass medications, manage MARs, and coordinate supplies and medications.
• Provide onsite training on medical procedures and safety for staff.
• Complete daily paperwork and monthly reports; ensure Medicaid/ICF/IDD compliance.

Skills

CPR training

First Aid

AED training

Staff education

Medication administration

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Job description

Job description

The Arc of LaGrange has a great opportunity for a nurse who wants to make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities EVERY DAY and who want to positively impact our front line staff through education, training and mentoring to ensure the best possible care.

The Arc Of LaGrange is hiring for a Full time Nurse LPN. This position reports to our COO.

Typical hours are 5 days per week (40 hours), 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM. Occasional hours outside the standard office hours as needed.

Our office is in Howe Indiana and all current areas of operations are within a 20-mile radius. Agency vehicles are available for use.

Must be able to provide documentation that you are duly accredited/licensed registered nurse or licensed practical nurse.

General responsibilities include the development and implementation of routine and emergency procedures to meet the medical and health related needs of residents served by The Arc of LaGrange County and to serve as a consultant to staff in health-related needs. The nurse will engage in or see the completion of any tasks required to maintain Medicaid funding, ICF/IDD accreditation , BQIS Standards, ISO accreditation and wellness coordination standards.

Our nurses also provide onsite training and awareness of medical and safety procedures in our homes and other locations for our staff . Our nurses also instruct Core A and B, medication administration training and CPR, First Aid and AED training. Key responsibilities also include ordering supplies and medications for people in our services, to provide basic first aid as needed and to coordinate the individual health care plans of our residents including identifying risks and implementing risk plans.

Nurses also pass medication at day program, pick up medication from the pharmacy and deliver the medications to the homes with updated MAR’s. Create risk plans and monitor for potential risks Also monitor medications and perform wellness checks on the residents.

Complete daily paperwork and upload reports monthly.

Must have reliable transportation and must pass a drug screen.

(This is only a basic summary of the position.)

The Arc of LaGrange County is a local, non-profit agency providing services to individuals with intellectual and development disabilities in workshop, classroom, home and community settings. We are currently seeking dependable, dedicated individuals to work directly with our consumers and assist them in achieving their goals.

The Arc of Lagrange Co, 0235 W 300 N, Howe, IN 46746

Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. 260-463-2653

Feel free to call Angie at 260-463-2653

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $30.00 per hour depending on experience

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• ICHRA
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Home Health

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Weekly schedule:

• 5 days per week

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lagrange, IN: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• Nursing license, LPN (Required)

Work Location: In person