LPN - A Great Opportunity / $27 to $29 per hour / Full Time
At ViaQuest Healthcare Central we provide quality support and services to individuals with developmental disabilities in our intermediate care facilities (ICF). Apply today and make a difference in the lives of the individuals we serve!
Responsibilities may include:
* Administration of prescribed medications to individuals, monitoring of response and initiate MD notification as needed.
* Administration of treatments, i.e., topical, ear, eye, enemas, tube feedings, first aid care and monitors individuals' response for effectiveness.
* Assess and monitor individuals to determine health status, including vital signs.
* Follow through on any health-related concern relayed by other employees/team members in a timely manner.
* Ensure that any unattended medication/treatment supplies/carts are locked and secured.
* Utilizes nursing judgment by accurately assessing the individuals’ condition and initiating necessary care/treatment.
* Document administration of medications, signs and initials MAR/TAR, narcotic count records, etc.
* Oversee proper administration of any medications and/or treatments given by employees, as applicable (delegated nursing).
* Complete needed entries in nursing notes by the end of the shift.
Requirements for this position include:
* Graduate of an accredited LPN program and currently licensed as LPN.
* Experience in the field of developmental disabilities.
* Strong customer service and communication skills.
* Supervisory or management experience may be preferred.
* Displays strong communication skills and possess excellent decision‑making and time‑management skills.
What ViaQuest can offer you:
* Paid training.
* Benefit package for full‑time employees (including medical, vision, dental, disability and life insurance and a 401k).
* Employee discount program.
* Paid‑time off.
* Employee referral bonus program.
About ViaQuest Residential Services
To learn more about ViaQuest Residential Services please visit http://www.viaquestinc.com/specialized-services/residential-services/
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