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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Community Options, Inc.

#Patient Advocacy #Licensed Practical Nurse #LPN #Disabilities #Healthcare #Community Care #Nursing Process #Individual Support Plan #Person Centered Plan

Quick overview

The LPN provides healthcare procedures and nursing care to individuals with disabilities in a community setting. Responsibilities include developing Individual Support Plans, monitoring medical conditions, and training staff on patient needs.

Requirements summary

Requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent nursing experience and a valid nursing license. Candidates must have at least one year of experience serving individuals with disabilities and a valid driver's license.

bachelor degreeprofessional certificateCare PlanningDocumentationMedication AdministrationRelationship BuildingPatient AssessmentEmployee TrainingInterdisciplinary CollaborationNursing ProcessMedical MonitoringDosage CalculationISP DevelopmentPCP Development

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states. We are now hiring a skilled Licensed Practical Nurse in Drums, PA. The L.P.N. delivers care to individuals in a community setting utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation. This person will interact with individuals, significant others, and health team members while maintaining the standards of professional nursing. Starting pay is $32.00- $34.00/ per hour, depending on experience Responsibilities
Provide treatment and health care procedures ordered by a physician and required by the standards of professional practice or law
Ensure individuals attend medical appointments per their Individual Support Plan (ISP)
Advise supervisor of all concerns and issues related to the provision of nursing services
Develop and update Individual Support Plans (ISP)/Person Centered Plans (PCP) with an interdisciplinary team to include any concerns, observations, and behavioral developments
Train employees on the medical needs of assigned individuals
Monitor health and medical conditions of individuals and refer for medical services as needed
Monitor the use of medications through medication administration logs
Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
Build a support network for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with community members, businesses, and families
Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation

Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in nursing field
Minimum of one year of experience providing nursing services to individuals with disabilities
Valid nursing license
Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
Ability to calculate figures related to medication dosages
Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with an individual receiving supports
Ability to effectively present facts and recommendations

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

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