Apis Services Inc
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Salary
$33 / HOUR
The Licensed Practical Nurse will provide nursing assessments, care plans, and prescribed treatments for consumers while maintaining accurate medical records. They are also responsible for providing health education, medication training, and supervising the provision of consumer services.
Candidates must hold a high school diploma and have graduated from an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing program with a current New Jersey LPN license. At least one year of experience providing nursing services to individuals with disabilities and proficiency in wound and ostomy care are required.
Qualifications, Requirements
High School diploma or equivalent. Graduated from an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing program. (VERIFICATION OF DIPOLMA WILL BE REQUIRED. A Photo of your diploma must be sent prior to start date)
Current State of New Jersey LPN license.
Ostomy and Wound Care experience
Minimum of one year of experience providing nursing services to individuals with disabilities.
Valid driver’s license
Consent to State, Federal Criminal Background Checks;
Drug Screen; Pre-Employment Physical, PPD;
Complete all orientation, pre-service training as required
Required Skills and Abilities: Must have experience with Ostomy and wound care, Bolus feedings, G-Tubes, and Suprapubic Catheters
Knowledgeable about specific state laws and regulations governing practice and continually updates knowledge base.
Able to multi-task and switch priorities throughout the day.
Excellent writing skills, and the ability to present facts and recommendations effectively in oral and written form.
Able to accurately calculate medication dosages.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with individuals with disabilities, families, co-workers, staff, supervisors, funding sources, and other social service agency personnel
Ability to solve problems effectively
The ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Provide prescribed treatment and health care procedures as ordered by a physician.
Advises supervisor of all concerns and/or issues related to the provision of nursing services.
Create and distribute Individual Service Plan Medical/Health Reports detailing participant’s general health, health care goals, and physician recommendations for each participant.
Document on the individual’s health status for various support people including family, guardian, staff, employment and other professional staff as necessary.
Records a detailed report of care given which reflects the therapeutic plan and specific aspects of the patient care plan on individual’s official electronic health record.
Monitor the consumer’s use of medications through Medication Administration logs.
Make referrals for needed medical services and confirming that follow-up care is pursued.
Instruct all new support staff on consumer specific medical needs.
Provide quarterly in-service training for support staff and Managers.
Monitor weight gain or loss and other health conditions of participants.
Ensure MAR’s are being followed through regular reviews and unannounced checks
Maintain health services supplies inventory and places supply orders when the inventory is low.
Submit IR’s and URI’s for medication errors or other medical concerns with assistance from Managers.
Provide medical training to staff as needed.
Perform other job related duties as assigned
Mobility and ability to bend and reach during an eight-hour day. Able to lift a minimum of 25 pounds. Able to sit approximately 2-3 hours per shift, stand or work 6-8 hours per shift, and drive a company van 1-4 hours per shift. Has visual and auditory acuity sufficient to evaluate and treat a client needs. Fine motor skills and legible and accurate writing of reports, daily correspondence and presentation either manually or orally. Ability to work an eight-hour day.
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Apis Services, Inc. provides administrative services, including recruiting and onboarding new team members for more than 30 for profit and non-profit organizations across the United States so they can focus on their all-important missions. APIS Service, Inc. is a progressive corporation with over 3500 employees nationwide and growing.
The employment opportunities we have to offer dedicated and caring career seekers are endless. Join us in helping to make a difference in the lives of the people we serve by providing good people to support the missions they serve.
Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies.
Apis Services provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment.
All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.
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