Licensed Vocational Nurse
full-time•Lubbock
About this role
Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are now hiring a skilled Licensed Vocational Nurse in Lubbock, TX. The L.P.N. 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.
Starting Pay: $23 per 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
- 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 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
- Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
- Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation
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
- Ability to calculate figures related to medication dosages
- Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with an individual receiving supports
- Ability to effectively present facts and recommendations
- Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing
Why Community Options?
- Competitive Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision).
- Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday!
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
- Employee Incentive & Discount Programs.
- 403b Retirement Plan.
- Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities.
- Great coworkers/team that support you!
- University partnerships that include tuition reduction
Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application! Careers.comop.org
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
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Other facts
Tech stack
Nursing,Patient Care,Medication Administration,Health Monitoring,Interpersonal Skills,Documentation,Team Collaboration,Training,Assessment,Planning,Implementation,Evaluation,Community Engagement,Problem Solving,Communication,Record Keeping
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 Licensed Vocational Nurse will provide treatment and health care procedures as ordered by a physician and ensure individuals attend medical appointments. They will also develop and update Individual Support Plans and monitor the health and medical conditions of individuals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Licensed Vocational Nurse do at Community Options, Inc.?
As a Licensed Vocational Nurse at Community Options, Inc., you will: the Licensed Vocational Nurse will provide treatment and health care procedures as ordered by a physician and ensure individuals attend medical appointments. They will also develop and update Individual Support Plans and monitor the health and medical conditions of individuals..
Why join Community Options, Inc. as a Licensed Vocational Nurse?
Community Options, Inc. is a leading Non-profit Organizations company.
Is the Licensed Vocational Nurse position at Community Options, Inc. remote?
The Licensed Vocational Nurse position at Community Options, Inc. is based in Lubbock, Texas, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
How do I apply for the Licensed Vocational Nurse position at Community Options, Inc.?
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