Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

About the role

Provides nursing and health care services to individuals served in accordance with policies and procedures of the organization and within the standards of the state’s Nurse Practice Act. Provides training to both the clients served and Open Arms Care Corporation employees. Provide pre-employment screening for TB skin test, Hepatitis B vaccine and participates in committee.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates emergency situations for clients, determine appropriate actions and follow-up.
• Accountable for all scheduled and controlled substances as defined by organization policy and procedures and state regulated guidelines.
• Maintains the security and cleanliness of all medication storage areas.
• Records and reports all vital signs and clinical observations.
• Administers treatments and medications as ordered.
• Affixes to physicians as required.
• Rotates taking call and advise other LPN’s.
• Notifies Health Services Director and physician on-call of any medical incident as dictated by agency policy.
• Transcribes physician orders accurately and efficiently.
• Safeguards and maintains adequate drug and pharmaceutical stocks according to facility, pharmacy and state procedures for ordering and receiving medications.
• Documents and reports all medical and nursing care provided.
• Ensures the safety of clients at all times.
• Assists direct care employees to provide high quality of care to the clients we serve.
• Participates in the development of Individual Support Plans (ISP) through attendance at the Interdisciplinary Team Meetings and assessment reviews.
• Completes programs for desensitization for dental/medical appointments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience: Associates degree in Nursing or graduate of LPN program required
• Active State of TN Licensed Practical Nurse license required
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire
• Certified in Professional Crisis Management (PCM) within 60 days of hire is required
• Valid driver’s license required

Competencies

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills
• Accountability
• Adaptability to individual needs
• Teamwork
• A strong sense of responsibility

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift repetitively a minimum of 50 pounds; tasks may include lifting, repositioning, turning, bending, squatting, etc.
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to physically assist and interact with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Ability to check adaptive equipment to make sure it is in working order.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Pharmacy, Disability, Life Insurance & EAP

Pay

$2,500 Sign-On Bonus *Full Time Only*

Schedule

9A-5P M-F

Shifts Available

• Miller: PT 2p-10p M-F PT 10p-6a M-F
• Cane Ridge: FT 7a-7p Every Thursday, Saturday and Sunday
• Burkitt: PT 2p-10p M-F