Licensed Practical Nurse Position Available In Cobb, Georgia

Job Description:

Our Company ResCare Community Living Overview Works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Duties includeproviding routine care, general observation of client’s healthstatus, assists the RN and physician in treatments andcommunicating with clients and their families/guardians. Reportschanges in condition and/or additional client needs tosupervisor. Responsibilities Communicates health/nursing needs and/or recommendations to RNsupervisor Coordinates admissions, discharges, and follow-up asneeded Assists in medical/health appointments as needed Ensures the provision of nursing/health services under thedirection of the RN and as ordered by the physician, providesdirect care as outlined in the Service Plan/Nursing Care Plan Takes and records vital signs, weights, wound measurements,etc. Identifies trends outside of parameters, or in need ofattention and communicates to RN/physician Reports pertinent information and changes in individual healthstatus to attending physician/health professionals and to the Teamas needed in a timely manner Ensures the provision of needed adaptive equipment

Medication Administration:

Administers medications, verifying the correct medications areadministered (per the six “rights” of medication administration),and that client’s response to medications is noted and documentedalong with any noted side effects Works closely with home/facility/pharmacy staff in consultingon psychotropic medications, side effects, and medicationreviews Orders, reviews, monitors, and discontinues medications asordered by physician. Dispose of unused medication per policy Assures that monthly Medication Administration Records (MAR’s)are accurately transcribed in each individual’s record Checks the medication cabinet on a weekly basis to ensuremedications are administered as ordered, appropriately documentedon the MAR, and that missed medications are documented, andrequired follow-up occurs Returns completed med cards at the end of each month, alongwith expired and unused medications as applicable Checks program/service areas on a frequent but not less than amonthly basis to ensure the necessary medical/nursing/medicationsupplies are available and in ample supply Reports client illness, potential communicable diseases orinfections and works closely with RN, direct care staff, otherprogrammatic and health care professionals, and family inmaintaining a safe environment for clients and staff. Implementsisolation precautions as needed Ensures health status, care and services are documentedaccurately and timely per company and state requirements Provides supervision and education for non-licensed staff inthe provision of care and services and reports any changes Complete a quarterly nursing evaluation/review of body systemson assigned individuals per program requirements. Refer tophysician any assessment findings needing further review. Ensures incidents are recorded, the individual is safe,receives required medical care, communicates to RN, operationsleadership timely Participates in clinics completed at the operation with PCP,psych, etc. as assigned. Participate in on-call duties to ensureweekend and after-hours access to clinicians by staff andindividuals served (participates in on-call rotation asassigned) Participates in quarterly quality improvement activities,weekly team/staff meetings and Interdisciplinary Team meetings(IDT/PDP) Transcribes physician phone orders and other medicallyrelated reports Work hours may vary – weekends and evening shifts/visits may berequired

Qualifications Education:

Completion of a state approved training program (e.g.,diploma, associate’s degree, etc per state requirement)

Qualifications:

Must be a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN or LVN, perstate licensure requirements) in good standing CPR certification Must have at least 6 months of direct nursing experience Experience in providing services and supports to individualswith developmental disabilities, or related disorders preferred Valid driver’s license, with a satisfactory driving record, asdefined by ResCare’s vehicle policy Must have the ability to use a computer utilizing companydocumentation systems Ability to communicate (verbally and written) with all levelsof personnel, internal and external to the company About our Line of Business ResCare Community Living, an affiliate of BrightSpring HealthServices, has five decades of experience in the disability servicesfield, providing support to individuals who need assistance withdaily living due to an intellectual, developmental, or cognitivedisability. We provide a comprehensive range of high-qualityservices, including: community living, adult host homes for adultsregardless of disability, behavioral/mental health support, in-homepharmacy solutions, telecare and remote support, supportedemployment and training programs, and day programs. For moreinformation, please visit www.rescarecommunityliving.com . Followus on Facebook and LinkedIn . Salary Range USD $31.00 / Hour