Licensed Practical Nurse

About the role

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides basic care and medical treatment to individuals receiving services. They complete health assessments, monitor and record medications, and conduct quality assurance checks on health care records. This position travels between multiple locations and may be required to provide emergency coverage and care after hours.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic care and medical treatment to individuals receiving services.
• Completes health assessments and provides input of health diagnosis to RN or physician for the development of nursing care plan.
• Follows-up on all physician orders.
• Makes sure individual’s medical/dental appointments are monitored and recorded.
• Monitors and records medications in a timely manner.
• Acts as a liaison to pharmacy.
• Reviews medication error forms, analyzes errors, and makes recommendations for procedural changes.
• Administers medication as required.
• Oversees and monitors staff member who administer medication.
• Conducts quality assurance checks on health care records.
• Provides emergency coverage and/or care for individuals receiving services.
• Maintains confidentiality, respects human rights, and practices universal precautions in accordance with Company policy.
• Partners with external agencies to coordinate services and ensure consistent treatment.
• Administers, tracks, and maintains log for staff members’ and individuals’ testing.
• Provides training to staff members including but not limited to medication administration, universal precautions and infection control.
• Provides training for individuals receiving services in topics including, but not limited to self-medication, prescribed treatments, sex education/STD prevention and smoking cessation.
• May be required to coordinate, organize and/or assist with household activities such as light housekeeping and meal preparation; transport individuals receiving services to planned and/or necessary activities, appointments.

Requirements

• Current state LPN License.
• Current driver's license, car registration and auto insurance if driving on the behalf of the Company or providing transportation to individuals receiving services.
• Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations: Current CPR/FA and HIV/AIDS certification, BBP, and ACT training.
• Physical Requirements: Heavy work, exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing or related field, or a graduate of an accredited LPN program.
• One year experience working with population served in a nursing capacity.

Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of healthcare policies and procedures.
• Basic computer skills.

Benefits

Sevita offers competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and opportunities for professional development.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Work schedule varies based on location and program needs.