Licensed Practical Nurse / Highlands Place
Works with individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities to perform professionalwork in the care and support of residents under medical supervision.
Facilitates the implementation of health care objectives of the Individual Support Plan ( ISP ).
Collaborates with members of the Interdisciplinary Team ( IDT ) and other health care professionals in the community.
Provides technical support to non-licensed staff regarding health care services and medication administration.
Engages in active treatment with residents as appropriate.
Responsible for assisting physicians and the lead nurse, dispensing of medication, accurate record keeping, inventory of medications and assisting with resident supervision.
Tasks include:
Dispense medications to residents, perform nursing tasks as directed by physician and perform simple diagnostic assessments.
Serves as liaison for residents with community physicians and other providers.
Maintains inventory of supplies and medications under direction of supervisor; handles, stores, records and administers medications in compliance with applicable Federal, State and Local Regulations.
Develop and update nursing care plans; complete monthly assessments, participate in quarterly and annual ISP reviews and collaborate with Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional ( QIDP ) regarding changes to the ISP health care objectives.
Maintain resident electronic medical records accurately.
Assists with development of special projects, groups, and policy development for the home.
Participate in staff meetings and training's.
Provide oversight to ensure health and safety of all individuals in the environment.
Identify and defuse crisis situations.
Provides care and support as needed during emergency or crisis situations requiring shelter in place or evacuation measures, such as natural disasters, inclement weather, or other situations leading to possible danger to or displacement of the residents.
Assist residents during meal times and share meals with the residents unless pre-authorized by the supervisor for a separate meal period to be granted.
Required Qualifications VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT :
Requires a diploma in practical nursing.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT :
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of one year of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES :
Requires licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse by the Commonwealth of Virginia or a reciprocal state (according to the Nurse Licensure Compact as prescribed by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing).
Also requires certification in CPR , Multi-media First Aid, and Handle With Care.
May require a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City Driving Standards.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
Preferred Qualifications Prefer experience working with the Intellectually Disabled population in a group home setting.
Recommended Skills Assessments Cpr First Aid And Preparedness Licensed Practical Nurse Medical Emergency Nurse Licensure Compact Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Facilitates the implementation of health care objectives of the Individual Support Plan ( ISP ).
Collaborates with members of the Interdisciplinary Team ( IDT ) and other health care professionals in the community.
Provides technical support to non-licensed staff regarding health care services and medication administration.
Engages in active treatment with residents as appropriate.
Responsible for assisting physicians and the lead nurse, dispensing of medication, accurate record keeping, inventory of medications and assisting with resident supervision.
Tasks include:
Dispense medications to residents, perform nursing tasks as directed by physician and perform simple diagnostic assessments.
Serves as liaison for residents with community physicians and other providers.
Maintains inventory of supplies and medications under direction of supervisor; handles, stores, records and administers medications in compliance with applicable Federal, State and Local Regulations.
Develop and update nursing care plans; complete monthly assessments, participate in quarterly and annual ISP reviews and collaborate with Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional ( QIDP ) regarding changes to the ISP health care objectives.
Maintain resident electronic medical records accurately.
Assists with development of special projects, groups, and policy development for the home.
Participate in staff meetings and training's.
Provide oversight to ensure health and safety of all individuals in the environment.
Identify and defuse crisis situations.
Provides care and support as needed during emergency or crisis situations requiring shelter in place or evacuation measures, such as natural disasters, inclement weather, or other situations leading to possible danger to or displacement of the residents.
Assist residents during meal times and share meals with the residents unless pre-authorized by the supervisor for a separate meal period to be granted.
Required Qualifications VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT :
Requires a diploma in practical nursing.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT :
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of one year of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES :
Requires licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse by the Commonwealth of Virginia or a reciprocal state (according to the Nurse Licensure Compact as prescribed by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing).
Also requires certification in CPR , Multi-media First Aid, and Handle With Care.
May require a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City Driving Standards.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
Preferred Qualifications Prefer experience working with the Intellectually Disabled population in a group home setting.
Recommended Skills Assessments Cpr First Aid And Preparedness Licensed Practical Nurse Medical Emergency Nurse Licensure Compact Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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