LPN Per Diem

Job ID # - 910 Position: LPN

• Per Diem Department: Day Habilitation Schedule: Per Diem Pay Rate: $32.00-$33.00 About Us The Arc of Bristol County provides innovative services and programs that empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live their best lives. Through advocacy, community partnerships, and exceptional support, we promote growth, inclusion, and innovation for people of all abilities. Benefits*: Voluntary Retirement 403(b) Life Insurance Health Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance FSA (Flexible Spending Account) Pet Insurance Mileage Reimbursement LPN works directly with the Day Hab Healthcare Supervisor and Day Hab participants to provide appropriate medical care while participants are in the Day Hab setting. The LPN participates in relevant training opportunities, oversees the health and wellness of participating individuals in concert with the RN. The LPN reports weekly, and as needed, to the Day Hab RN.

Minimum Qualifications

LPN licensure in the state of MA Minimum of two years equivalent work experience with individuals with DD/ID and/or ABI Knowledge of the community system serving adults with ABI Comprehensive knowledge of nursing care A safe driving record, current driver’s license, personal vehicle, and current motor vehicle liability insurance are required.

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities are based on the needs, goals, and preferences of individuals and families and may vary accordingly Assist in the administration of medication (or supervise those who self-medicate), nursing services, and medical treatment needed during the recipients participation in Arc’s day habilitation program.

Coordinate participant’s care with all relevant parties (family, guardian, physicians, nursing facilities, and residential providers) and maintain appropriate documentation of such care. Maintain database of medical documentation appropriate to a participant’s inclusion in Day Hab services. Provide input/assist in the completion of a nursing assessment for each participant upon admission, upon significant change, and annually thereafter.

Provide direct care and training in all relevant areas. (such as, but not limited to: Anaphylaxis and Epi-Pen, Dysphagia and the Use of Thickening Agents, Seizures and the use of Vagal Nerve Simulators). Participate in interdisciplinary process for each participant. Comprehensive knowledge of community based nursing care.

Provide leadership necessary to ensure a positive team approach. Establish and maintain positive, professional relationships. Obtain reports and approval of treatment plans from primary care physicians. Review the nursing and medical services, developmental skills training program and needs of each member monthly. Participate in the quarterly review process for each participant.

Participate in the completion of participant severity profiles. In conjunction with the RN , coordinate the DHSP and ISP with Nursing Facility Plan of Care. Assist in the completion of monthly nursing progress notes for each member addressing, at a minimum: Medical and nursing services; Any possible impact the participants’ medical status may have on his/her developmental skills training program.

Conversely, any possible impact the participants’ developmental skills training program may have on his/her medical status; and Medical interventions. Perform other duties as assigned. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities, we invite you to apply today and join our dedicated team at The Arc of Bristol County!

*Benefits eligibility is based on full-time hours. Employment compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act The physical demands of this position are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is regularly required to use hands in order to handle or feel objects, tools, and controls; reach with hands or arms, stoop, kneel, talk, and hear.

The employee is required to stand, walk, sit, and occasionally be required to lift/transfer up to 50/70 lbs. alone or occasionally up to 200lbs with the assistance of other staff. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.