LPN

Job Details: Job Location: Head Quarters

• Chattanooga, TN, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $22.50 - $22.50Hourly, Job Shift: Morning, Job Category: Nurse, Job Summary Organized and implements nursing interventions, aids in equipping individuals with domestic and self-help skills in order to foster greater independence and ensures the health and wellness of assigned clients.

Job Responsibilities

Provide nursing services for assigned individuals and support to direct care staff Will communicate individuals physician and nursing care plans to staff and assist in implementation of all MD/NP orders according to the State of TN Nurse Practice Act Will assist the attending physician/NP/RN in the examination and treatment of the individuals by interviewing the individual and others as necessary to obtain medical information/history to help determine extent of injury/illness Must monitor required documentation and complete all required documents within a timely manner Transcribe information onto individuals chart records Take vital signs and performs other tests such as glucose monitoring as required by physician Respond to individuals in acute distress Complete all required documents within a timely manner Complete the full setup and preparation of new Medication Administration Records (MARs), ensuring all required information is entered accurately and in accordance with established procedures.

Review Medication Administration Records for accuracy and completeness and conduct ongoing reviews of completed MARs to identify and address any variances, discrepancies, or documentation concerns. Complete monthly medication reviews to ensure medications, orders, MARs, and related documentation are accurate, current, and consistent with established procedures.

Participate in the department’s on-call rotation and remain available to respond to work-related concerns and provide appropriate guidance and support as needed. Other duties as assigned Qualifications: Educational Requirements,. Skills and Job Qualifications Graduate of an approved LPN Nursing Program Minimum one year of relevant LPN clinical experience is preferred Experience working with Developmental Disabilities is preferred Compassionate and caring demeanor Excellent written and verbal communication skills Valid Drivers License Social Security Card Acceptable 3-year motor vehicle report F endorsement on Drivers License, 30days post job off Posted qualifications serve as a guide for candidate review and are not all inclusive.

Orange Grove Center reserves the right to deviate from posted credential in determining what combination of candidate education, experience and skills are best suited to a position.