Join our team at Human Services Center! We are looking for a Full-Time LPN for our LTSR-Edgewood facility.

Job Responsibilities:

Assesses the residents' health needs through observation of behavioral changes and physical signs and symptoms. Responsible for possessing knowledge of Mental Health and Behavioral diagnoses, symptomatology and treatments; behavioral management techniques, signs and symptoms of disease and treatments. Ability to utilize assessment tools, organize and prioritize, and perform physical assessments. Dispenses medications, treatment and other health services as prescribed by the physician and in accordance with state regulations Responsible for proper follow-through with the physicians' orders and basic nursing procedures, ability to utilize specific medical equipment including blood pressure monitor, syringe, glucometer, etc. Communicates residents' ongoing medical needs to supervisor, direct service staff, and other appropriate individuals. Ability to communicate in a clear concise, logical manner the needs of the residents, reporting any concerns regarding residents to supervisor. Completes required documentation accurately and in a timely fashion. Responsible for completing all clinical and administrative paperwork accurately and in a timely manner. Nurses will conduct a daily group on various medication topics while working with Master level staff. Assist residents in completing and maintaining daily medical program plans and other plans as assigned. Assist the residents in initiating and participating in services required to meet their needs, instructing and supervising the residents in maintaining optimum health and assisting staff in performing medical treatments. Completing routine appointments with residents to ensure ongoing health and programming needs are being met. Assist and/or scheduling appointments for the residents. Additionally, the nurse must ensure that his/her supervisor is aware of appointments that are scheduled on behalf of the resident. Provide training in residents' health maintenance issues for direct services staff when needed. Apply today!

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $45,926.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

Long term care

License/Certification:

LPN (Required)

Work Location:

In person