LPN - On Site ONLY

Job duties

Licensed practical nurse for individuals with developmental disabilities and/Or mental illnesses within the agency.

Qualifications

• Licensed LPN for the state of Georgia.
• BCLS certified
• CPI certified
• NCIC/DBHDD clearance
• Capable of lifting 50 pounds without assistance.
• Maintains current driver’s license if doing transportation
• Must have a positive attitude, flexibility, and ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds.

Duties and Responsibilities

• 1.
• Monitoring individuals' reactions to medication or treatment and reporting back to the registered nurse to request that the physician modify the treatment plan 2.
• Work under the supervision of a registered nurse 3.
• Report to the registered nurse 4.
• Specific nursing duties as assigned 5.
• Medication administration 6.
• Supports individuals in planning nutritious meals, and supporting those with special diets.
• 7.
• Cooperates with family members regarding reasonable requests related to individual needs.
• 8.
• Train staff on the medical needs of individuals as needed 9.
• Dispose of hazardous materials in a safe manner 10.
• Ensure the medications are documented on the MARs as prescribed by the physician.
• 11.
• Review the ISP 12.
• Attend ISP Meetings, if applicable 13.
• Wound Care 14.
• Medication Documentation 15.
• Ensure practice of the ‘Eight Rights of Medication’ 16.
• Oversee the services delivered by direct care staff and CNAs 17.
• Administering G-tube feeding 18.
• ADLs 19.
• Nursing Assessments 20.
• Skin Care 21.
• Vital Signs 22.
• Nursing Care 23.
• Responsible for observing, documenting, reporting and taking action to ensure the quality for services for the individuals 24.
• Follow-up to promote quality of life for the individuals being served 25.
• Actively participate in the Quality Improvement Plan 26.
• Assure that medications are stored according to guidelines 27.
• Ensure doctor’s appointments are adhered to and follow-ups completed as needed 28.
• Confer with physicians, RN, PAs and NP to ensure the health status of the individual is in compliance with their suggestions, recommendations, referrals etc.
• 29.
• Other nursing direct duties as assigned by a RN 30.
• Transportation, if applicable (must meet DBHDD transportation requirements)

• Competency
• Fluent in the written and spoken English language
• Basic computer skills
• Trainings as required by DBHDD
• Ongoing training (minimum 16 hours annually)

I have reviewed and understand my job description. I am working under a job description that is specific to the ARC Macon. I will complete my duties with quality and quantity to ensure my safety and the safety of the other staff members and the individuals in the program. I understand and accept the job description for Licensed Practical Nurse as written.