Licensed Practical Nurse Part-Time

About the role

D&S Community Services is a mission-driven organization dedicated to providing community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role is designed for those looking to continue their nursing career path and offer varied and challenging work within a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the health conditions of individuals served and ensure quality services are provided.
• Administer medications and document accordingly.
• Oversee and monitor staff members administering medications.
• Conduct assessments and implement health care services as per the Individual Service Plan (ISP).
• Respond to changes in the condition of individuals served.
• Train staff members on universal precautions, infection control, and medication administration.
• Serve as a liaison and advocate with other medical and professional service providers, and coordinate services with external agencies.
• Provide training to individuals served on various topics including self-medication, prescribed treatments, sex education/STD prevention, and smoking cessation.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing or related field, or state certificate.
• One year of experience working with the population served in a nursing capacity.
• Current state LPN or LVN licensure for the state of residence.
• Current driver's license, car registration, and auto insurance.
• Other 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.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Benefits

• Full, part-time, and as needed schedules available.
• Full compensation/benefits package for full-time employees.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Rewarding work, impacting the lives of those you serve, working alongside a great team of coworkers.
• Job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.

Pay

Hourly Pay: $25.00

Schedule

Every Saturday from 11AM to 5PM