Community Residences
Location
Shelton, Connecticut
Salary
$36 / HOUR
The LPN provides medical care, administers medications, and monitors health conditions for individuals in group homes. Additionally, they perform direct care duties including meal preparation, home maintenance, and facilitating community outings.
Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited LPN program with a current CT LPN license and a high school diploma or GED. A valid CT driver's license and at least one year of LPN experience (or completion of the agency's training program) are required.
Must be able to lift and transfer 70 – 75 pounds. Work is active and performed inside and outside of the home.
1. Monitor medical, physical and behavioral changes in individuals on a daily basis. Clearly document any issues in individual’s files using the DAR (Data-Action-Response) formula for charting and report to DDS as required.
1. Administer medications at prescribed times, according to medication administration policies. Document administration of medication according to policy. Report all errors of medication administration or documentation according to Policy 928.
1. Maintain individuals’ right to privacy and adhere to CRI’s confidentiality policy.
1. Conduct oneself in a professional manner when interacting with supervisors, coworkers, consultants, families and members of the community.
1. Perform other work related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and / or other management as required.
1. In an emergency medical situation with the agency, the LPN may be required to assist in other Programs.
1. Familiarize oneself with CRI Policies and Procedures, ensuring compliance with same.
1. Participate in training opportunities (in-service training, staff meetings, conferences, etc.), as required; maintain all required training per agency policy and DDS regulatory requirement.
1. Create a nurturing, positive learning environment and develop strategies to help the individuals cope effectively with social, emotional and physical situations of daily living and facilitate independent performance in these areas. Participate in all activities on the activity calendar as appropriate.
2. Implement Individual Plan of Service, teaching strategies and guidelines based on the interdisciplinary team’s identification of ones’ individual needs. Record data on all identified teaching strategies, report individual’s progress, needs and any barriers impending progress. Maintain and document awareness of current annual IP and quarterly reviews on each individual.
3. Follow written dietary plans for each individual. Assist with the preparation of meals, feeding individuals, cleaning up after meals, documenting intake and purchasing of groceries and supplies. Monitor and report on any chewing or swallowing changes.
4. Maintain the cleanliness of the home, inside and outside. Assist with all laundry care. Change linens, sweep, mop, clean home and bathrooms etc. Maintain the cleanliness of the vehicles and report any maintenance needed for the vehicle or property to the Program Manager.
5. Take individuals to a variety of community based outings with the use of an agency vehicle as assigned on the activity schedule.
1. Must possess a valid CT driver’s license, be able to drive own and agency vehicles and have a good driving record.
1. Must have reliable transportation.
1. Must have one year experience working as an LPN or have successfully completed CRI’s LPN-in-training program.
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Must have a high school diploma or a GED. Must be a graduate of an accredited LPN program. Must have a current CT LPN license. Employee must submit copies of the current license annually to CRI.
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Valid CT LPN license. Employee must submit copies of the current license annually. Medical training is on-going and in-servicing includes, but is not limited to, OSHA and CPR recertification. Additionally, LPN’s may be required to participate in training and in-servicing of Residential Instructors as needed.
1. Possess good to excellent oral and written communication skills.
1. Demonstrate thoroughness and follow through on daily work assignments.
1. Display motivation and interest in improving quality of life for population served.
1. Demonstrate and maintain an optimistic attitude, patience and compassion for and with the population served.
1. Demonstrate the ability to organize and prioritize medical responsibilities with direct care responsibilities to completion.
1. Previous experience in the DD field preferred but not required.
1. Previous experience as a CNA or HHA preferred but not required.
Saturday & Sunday 3pm-11pm 16
