Licensed Practical Nurse

Summary: The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for delivering high-quality nursing care to residents under the supervision of the Nurse Practitioner. The LPN works collaboratively with the healthcare team to ensure the well-being and comfort of residents.

Education

Complete a high school diploma or GED and Completion of an accredited practical nursing program Experience Requirement: One (1) year experience Preferred New Graduates are welcome Licensure/Certification Requirement: Pass the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-PN) Complete a state-approved accredited program (Compact State License) Current CPR/BLS card Key Job Responsibilities: Practice within the scope of practice of an LPN Complete all documentation by the end of shift Communicate with patients, their families, and other caregivers Educate patients and families on mental illness, medications prescribed, importance of adherence to maintain stabilization, and possible side effects of medications Communicate with members of the mental health treatment team (peer specialists, mental health techs, clinicians, NP/PA/MD/DO) and other outside healthcare providers (Primary Care Providers-PCP) in an effort to coordinate efficient and effective care for the patients Schedule mental health and medical appointments Participate in the development of treatment and housing plans for patients in collaboration with a Registered Nurse (RN), Nurse Practitioner (NP), Physician Assistant (PA), Doctor of Osteopathy (DO), or Medical Doctor (MD) Complete mental status exam and behaviors that includes an ongoing nursing evaluation of patient’s condition and document accordingly Evaluate the effectiveness of medications, monitor for any adverse reactions, and immediately report any changes to the NP or MD Monitor patients in the self-administration of medications Administer medications to patients who are unable to perform self-administration according to label instructions Administer medication via oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, sublingual, intradermal routes Participate in treatment planning and activities the housing facility and its residents Responsible for supervision of residents and resident activities Assist Housing Manager with monitoring and maintaining activities related to daily activities of the resident and facility (shopping, cleaning, maintaining inventory, meal planning, and assigning household chores) Assist Housing Manager with assuring the house meets all regulatory standards Evaluate the progress of patients in treatment and housing Maintain patient medical records Administer medications ordered by a Medical Doctor (MD) or NP Other duties as assigned within the scope of practice of the LPN Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including effective interpersonal and collaboration skills.

Team work/Team building Ability to multi-task Effective time management Supervision Provided by this Job: No Physical Demands/Conditions: Prolonged standing and walking; lifting, turning patients and equipment. Heavy Work

• Exerting up to 150 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 75 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 30 pounds of force constantly to move objects. (May be further defined as "with or without assistance.") . Weekends 7a-7p or Weekends 7p-7a