Part-Time LPN — Residential Care Advocate

Pillar-Care-Continuum-1; Plainfield (NJ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

Pillar Care Continuum is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for its Plainfield Salem NJ residential services. This part-time role focuses on delivering compassionate care, medication administration, tube feeding and G-Tube site care, and helping residents maintain a comfortable home environment.

The ideal candidate will hold an NJ LPN license, have patient-centered communication, and be able to work evening shifts, weekends, and accommodate the needs of adults with intellectual and developmental

Qualifications

• LPN license required; graduate of an accredited nursing program licensed in the State of New Jersey.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in an Adult Program, Hospital, Nursing Home, Clinic, or Group Home setting or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong knowledge of health regulations, first aid, and emergency procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with consumers, guardians, and staff.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and remain calm in emergencies.
• Valid driver's license.
• Fingerprint examination and approval.
• Successful TB screening.

Responsibilities

• Participates in initial evaluations by securing and reviewing all pertinent medical records and assessing the physical well-being of consumers.
• May participate in the development of an Individual Habilitation Plan by including health status and health care needs; participate in yearly re-evaluations.
• Assesses the daily health status of consumers, treats medical problems as appropriate, and notifies the Service Coordinator of significant observations and concerns.
• Administers prescribed medication to consumers and first aid to consumers and/or staff.
• Maintains medical records including regular anecdotal notes indicating significant developments and/or observations; writes reports as necessary.
• Organizes medical and dental screening clinics; participates in clinics as required by health care providers.
• Participates in the development of new or revised health, safety, and emergency procedures; conducts and participates in in-service health education for consumers and staff; may provide health information and/or counseling to families.
• Administration of tube feedings and care of G-Tube site.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by supervisor or program director.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking under pressure

First aid knowledge

Education

LPN license (NJ)

Graduate of accredited nursing program

Job description

Pillar Care Continuum is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for its Plainfield Salem NJ residential services. This part-time role focuses on delivering compassionate care, medication administration, tube feeding and G-Tube site care, and helping residents maintain a comfortable home environment.

The ideal candidate will hold an NJ LPN license, have patient-centered communication, and be able to work evening shifts, weekends, and accommodate the needs of adults with intellectual and developmental