Licensed Practical Nurse

About the role

Mentor Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You'll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the health conditions of individuals served and ensure quality services are provided.
• Administer medications and provide documentation as well as oversee and monitor staff members who administer medications.
• Provide prescribed medical treatment by physician’s orders and personal care services.
• Conduct assessments, implement health care services to be included in each Individual Service Plan (ISP), and respond to changes of condition.
• Provide training to staff members including universal precautions, infection control, and medication administration.
• Serve as liaison and advocate with other medical and professional service providers as well as work with external agencies to coordinate services and ensure consistent treatment of individuals receiving care.
• Provide training for individuals served with topics including self-medication, prescribed treatments, sex education/STD prevention, and smoking cessation.

Requirements

• Average of one year of experience working with population served in a nursing capacity.
• Current state LPN or LVN licensure for state of residence.
• Current driver's license, car registration, and auto insurance.
• Ability to effectively communicate with staff, individuals served, and families.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing or related field, or state certificate.
• Ability to pass relevant certifications as required by state licensing regulations such as CPR/FA and HIV/AIDS certification, BBP, and ACT training.

Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of medical and behavioral health care practices.

Benefits

Full, part-time, and as needed schedules available. Full compensation/benefits package for full-time employees. Includes 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and holiday pay. Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.

Pay

$25/hr

Schedule

Hours: 4PM-12AM Mon-Fri + rotating weekends

Site Location

Barnesville, GA