LPN - Madison Court

LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE

Are you looking for an exciting place to work?  Come join us in making life fun and enjoyable for adults with intellectual disabilities.  We are not the typical long-term care facility!!

WE OFFER A  GENEROUS SIGN-ON BONUS AND PAY BASED ON EXPERIENCE.

BASIC FUNCTION

 To deliver nursing care and provide active treatment for people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities requiring long-term support.

 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

 1.    Works under the direct supervision of the Director of Nursing and/or Assistant Director of Nursing using the state-specific Nurse Practice Act, Policies and Procedures, and nursing judgement.

2.       Delivers nursing care to clients requiring long-term support.

3.       Collects client data, makes observations, and reports pertinent information related to the care of the client.

4.        According to state-specific regulations, implements the client plan of care, which includes active treatment and evaluates the client response.

5.        In accordance with state-specific regulations, direct and supervises care given by other personnel in selected situations.

6.       Maintains knowledge of necessary documentation requirements.

7.       Maintains knowledge of equipment set-up and maintenance.

8.        Maintains confidentiality and client rights, regarding all client/personnel information.

9.        Provides client/family/responsible party education as directed.

10.     Conducts self in a professional manner in compliance with unit and facility policies.

11.     Works rotating shifts, holidays and weekends as scheduled.

12.     Initiates emergency support measures (i.e., CPR, protects clients from injury).

13.    Performs other duties as deemed necessary and appropriate, or as may be directed by the Director of Nursing and/or Administrator.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1.       Graduation from a basic educational program in practical (vocational) nursing.

2.       Current license to practice in state.

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

1.                   Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as an LPN/LVN in the state where practicing.

2.                   Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.

3.                   Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when necessary.

4.                   Must be able to relate information concerning a patient/resident condition.

5.                   Must be CPR certified.

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