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The Arc of Northeastern PA
Licensed Practical Nurse LPN
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What they do
A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
$65,024 / year median in Pennsylvania
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Under the administrative supervision of the Director of Program Operations, the position is responsible for meeting the medical needs of all program participants and overseeing the administration of medical-related training throughout the agency. Characteristics duties and responsibilities of job A. Essential elements Attend to program participant's medical needs during program hours. Coordinate and assist in the administration and charting of all participant medications. Monitor medications (i.e. Ensure medications are filled and make appropriate accommodations for medication changes). Respond to medical emergencies, including administration of CPR/First aid/AED/Advanced First aid on wound care, and shots that can be administered by an LPN, contacting appropriate persons, if necessary. Facilitate and/or assist with conducting CPR/First aid/AED Advanced First aid on wound care trainings when necessary. Participate in new hire orientation including Universal Precautions, 911 protocol and safe lifting. Communicate with Programs on individual updates. Attend morning door, if available, to maintain clear communication with team. Conduct and monitor medication administration training and maintain staff training records regarding medication administration and universal precautions. Monitor the annual participant's medical examinations and other requirements under regulations. Make necessary contacts regarding due dates of physicals and monitor the completion of medical forms. Maintain medical files on all participants. Serve as liaison between program employees and program participants caretakers regarding the medical needs of consumers. Perform primary assessments of program participants, when necessary. Check vital signs, refer to appropriate health care providers and/or contacts. Provide timely clinical review for each Health Risk Screening Tool (HRST) upon inception and ongoing based upon any changes in the individual's health status by regulation.