LPN Home Care (P/T)
RN/LPN
- Assures that monthly Medication Administration Records (MAR’s) are accurately transcribed in everyone’s record
- Checks the medication cabinet on a weekly basis to ensure medications are administered as ordered, appropriately documented on the MAR, and that missed medications are documented, and required follow-up occurs
- Returns completed med cards at the end of each month, along with expired and unused medications as applicable
- Checks program/service areas on a frequent but not less than a monthly basis to ensure the necessary medical/nursing/medication supplies are available and in ample supply
- Reports client illness, potential communicable diseases or infections and works closely with RN, direct care staff, other programmatic and health care professionals, and family in maintaining a safe environment for clients and staff. Implements isolation precautions as needed
- Ensures health status, care and services are documented accurately and timely per company and state requirements
- Provides supervision and education for non-licensed staff in the provision of care and services and reports any changes
- Complete a quarterly nursing evaluation/review of body systems on assigned individuals per program requirements. Refer to physician any assessment findings needing further review.
- Ensures incidents are recorded, the individual is safe, receives required medical care, communicates to RN, operations leadership timely
- Participates in clinics completed at the operation with PCP, psych, etc. as assigned. Participate in on-call duties to ensure weekend and after-hours access to clinicians by staff and individuals served (participates in on-call rotation as assigned)
- Participates in quarterly quality improvement activities, weekly team/staff meetings and Interdisciplinary Team meetings (IDT/PDP) Transcribes physician phone orders and other medically related reports
- Work hours may vary – weekends and evening shifts/visits may be required
Qualifications
Education: Completion of a state approved training program (e.g., diploma, associate degree, etc per state requirement)
Qualifications:
- Must be a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN or LVN, per state licensure requirements) in good standing
- CPR certification
- Must have at least 6 months of direct nursing experience
- Experience in providing services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities, or related disorders preferred
- Valid driver’s license, with a satisfactory driving record, as defined by ResCare’s vehicle policy
- Must have the ability to use a computer utilizing company documentation systems
- Ability to communicate (verbally and written) with all levels of personnel, internal and external to the company
DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (P/T & F/T) 1st, 2nd, 3rd shifts
- Provide supervision and guidance to each consumer in accordance with his/her Individual Service Plan.
- Assist each consumer in planning and implementing in-home and community-based activities.
- Administer medications where indicated and appropriate.
- Act as role models and promote positive lifestyles for each consumer.
- Advocate for the safety and well-being of each consumer to appropriate management personnel.
- Provide physical assistance as needed, including but not limited to, personal care, housekeeping and transportation
REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be 18 years or older
- Must have a valid driver's license and auto insurance
- Must have authorization to work in the US (eg. Green Card)
- Must have a high school diploma or GED
- Must be able to pass drug testing
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