Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN
full-time•Forked River
About this role
Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing residential group home, day habilitation and supported employment services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Manahawkin, NJ. The LPN delivers care to individuals in a community setting utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation. This person will interact with individuals, significant others, and health team members while maintaining the standards of professional nursing. The shifts for this position include: 7AM-3PM, 3PM-11PM, 11PM-7AM. This position additionally includes weekends.
* The caseload for this role is four individuals within a residential setting
Starting pay is $30.00/hour
Responsibilities
- Provide treatment and health care procedures ordered by a physician and required by the standards of professional practice or law
- Ensure individuals attend medical appointments per their Individual Support Plan (ISP)
- Advise supervisor of all concerns and issues related to the provision of nursing services
- Create and distribute medical/health reports detailing general health, health care goals, and physician recommendations
- Develop and update Individual Support Plans (ISP)/Person Centered Plans (PCP) with an interdisciplinary team to include any concerns, observations, and behavioral developments
- Train employees on the medical needs of assigned individuals
- Monitor health and medical conditions of individuals and refer for medical services as needed
- Monitor the use of medications through medication administration logs
- Ensure health service supplies are available and replenished as needed
- Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
- Build a support network for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with community members, businesses, and families
- Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities
- Participate in circles of support for personal futures planning
- Follow strict OSHA procedures regarding blood borne pathogens
- Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation
- Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in nursing field
- Minimum of one year of experience providing nursing services to individuals with disabilities
- Valid nursing license
- Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
- Complete all state and agency required training per state guidelines
- Ability to calculate figures related to medication dosages
- Understanding and commitment to community-based support for persons with disabilities
- Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
- Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with an individual receiving supports
- Proficient with Microsoft Office
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to effectively present facts and recommendations
- Ability to effectively communicate with program participants, third-party agencies, staff and members of the community
- Excellent time management skills
Working Conditions
- Work in office, residential programs, day programs, and community environments
- May be exposed to changing weather conditions when working outside
- Hours and weekly schedules may change due to business needs and may include evening and weekend hours
- May be required to be on-call in cooperation with other management staff
- Occasional overtime may be required
- Frequent lifting, stretching, and other physical exertion may be required
- May be required to lift or move 50+ pounds
- May occasionally assist with wheelchair transfer of non-ambulatory individuals
- May be required to transport individuals utilizing your own vehicle or company provided vehicles
- May be exposed to various medical conditions, communicable diseases, blood, body fluids, or tissues
Why Community Options?
- Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
- Generous PTO
- Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
- 403b Retirement Plan
- Incredible career growth opportunities
Send resume to: [email protected]
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
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Other facts
Tech stack
Licensed Practical Nurse,Nursing Process,Medication Administration,Health Care Procedures,Individual Support Plans,Communication Skills,Time Management,Crisis Management,Community Support,Training,Documentation,Team Collaboration,Microsoft Office,Judgment,Physical Exertion,Relationship Building
About Community Options, Inc.
Community Options, Inc. is a national nonprofit organization that develops innovative housing and employment opportunities for people with developmental disabilities. Since 1989, we have moved people with disabilities from segregated institutions across the country into community-based homes where they can fully participate in their communities and experience a greatly improved quality of life. We have designed and implemented the most progressive employment options giving people with disabilities a choice about the type of work they do and where they do it. We offer people with disabilities real work for real pay.
Community Options supports over 6,000 people with disabilities and families across twelve states: Arizona, Iowa, Maryland, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Utah.
Team size: 5,001-10,000 employees
Website: http://www.comop.org
LinkedIn: Visit
Industry: Non-profit Organizations
Founding Year: 1989
What you'll do
- The LPN will deliver care to individuals in a community setting and ensure they attend medical appointments as per their Individual Support Plan. Responsibilities also include monitoring health conditions, training staff, and maintaining documentation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN do at Community Options, Inc.?
As a Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN at Community Options, Inc., you will: the LPN will deliver care to individuals in a community setting and ensure they attend medical appointments as per their Individual Support Plan. Responsibilities also include monitoring health conditions, training staff, and maintaining documentation..
Why join Community Options, Inc. as a Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN?
Community Options, Inc. is a leading Non-profit Organizations company.
Is the Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN position at Community Options, Inc. remote?
The Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN position at Community Options, Inc. is based in Forked River, New Jersey, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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