Licensed Practical Nurse - PRN

Job Summary

The LPN provides nursing services and health care to Grafton clients. Performs a variety of nursing duties associated with monitoring client’s health and general wellbeing, managing health issues and providing health care. Reports to nurse manager.

Essential Job Functions

• Assesses and evaluates clients; obtains and reviews pertinent medical data; collects vital signs and specimens; monitors client’s response to treatment.
• Follows through with treatment plans while assisting RNs or physicians in providing direct care to patients.
• Affords psychological reviews; schedules client appointments with health care providers and dentists.
• Attends all neurology/specialty appointments, as appropriate.
• Documents the administration of care in the client medical record in a timely and thorough manner.
• Provides the medical perspective into client care for all Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) meetings.
• Administers medication as directed.
• Serves as a resource to department staff and students and to help deliver quality client care.
• Provides crisis intervention services as necessary.
• Provides hepatitis B or flu vaccines and PPD testing to Grafton staff.
• Promotes and assists in the control of communicable disease.
• Prepares and/or completes various health services forms like medication permission forms, on-call sheets, medical/dentist appointment sheets, etc.
• Works on-call duty in rotation, as appropriate; promptly responds to calls for immediate nursing services.
• Attends meetings, seminars and training as required.
• Performs other work as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Associates degree preferred.
• Valid driver's license.
• Valid LPN License from the State Board of Nursing.
• 1 year or moderate experience as a practical nurse in a behavioral health setting, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Thorough knowledge of practical nursing techniques.
• Computer proficiency, strong communication skills, ability to maintain effective working relationships with clients and other employees.

Compensation

• RN starting at $38.46 up to $51.39/hour; commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• LNP starting at $30 up to $41.23/hour; commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Employee Benefits

• 401(k), including an employer match up to $2,500 annually.
• Education Assistance up to $5,250 annually (must work an average of 20 hours a week).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Five FREE sessions per year, per family member.
• 24-hour emergency phone assistance.
• Referral Bonus Program – Employees receive $1,000 for referring new employees to Grafton ($500 paid upon hire and $500 paid after 90 days of employment).

Contact Information

If you require a reasonable accommodation or need assistance with the application or interview process please contact us at hr@grafton.org Grafton is an equal employment opportunity employer and tobacco-free workplace #LP