About this role
Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Cedar Rapids - Cedar Rapids, IA 52404Position Type: Per DiemEducation Level: LPNTravel Percentage: No Travel requiredJob Shift: Varied ShiftsJob Category: NursePRN-NURSES-WANTED
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Why Work here?
Four Oaks understands the importance of supporting and treating one another as if they were our own family members. We believe in maintaining a healthy work/life balance while providing career paths for everyone. Our organization flourishes in an environment of equal opportunity and fair treatment for all. The effects of diversity and inclusion have created an atmosphere of positivity which connects us to the customers we serve. As a valued team member, you are eligible for:
Medical, dental & vision insurance
401k Retirement plan
Growth & Advancement opportunities
Competitive Wages
Excellent paid leave time package
7 paid holidays
Business casual work environment
Educational discounts
Fitness Center Discounts
What you will do?
As the LPN you will be assisting in the provision of nursing services to agency clientele. Primary duties include the provision of nursing services; health needs assessments, coordination of psychiatric/psychological/medical services to clientele, medication administration. In addition, this position is responsible for health related training needs of clientele and staff. Specific duties include:
Administer medications accurately and in an efficient and timely matter.
Build relationships of trust with residents.
Assess the medical needs of residents.
Assist with coordination of psychiatric and psychological scheduling.
Follow and supervise medication management procedures, including the distribution, storage, and return of prescribed medications.
Establish and maintain health conscious procedures within work areas.
Provide medical triage and directs interventions in medical situations by referring clients to appropriate provider.
Maintain medical file information and assures proper file management.
Provide TB testing to clientele within established time frames.
Report any identified public health concern to appropriate authorities.
Review medication errors & completes continuous quality improvement process.
Immediately identify injuries which are inconsistent with the identified history to Senior Program Manager for immediate action.
Conduct training on CPR, First Aide and Sex Education.
Manage physician orders, appointments and paperwork.
Approve seclusions and restraints per MANDT protocol.
Respond to periodic on-call events during the day and overnights
Qualifications & Program InformationWhat you need:
You will need a license from an accredited practical nursing program to qualify for this position. Prior experience in working with children is preferred. Additional qualification includes:
Ability to work on an on-call rotational schedule.
Strong time management skills
Ability to work independently / self directed
Effective problem solving abilities
Basic to intermediate computer skills
Other facts
About Four Oaks Family & Children Services
Four Oaks Mission:
Four Oaks assures children become successful adults.
Four Oaks Vision:
Expect Success.
Four Oaks Symbol:
The Four Oaks symbol represents the family, the community and the agency standing together with the child to build a future strong as the might oak.
Four Oaks Philosophy:
Four Oaks services are focused on and rooted in the family. We empower children and families to achieve stability, self-sufficiency and permanency.
What you'll do
- As an LPN, you will assist in providing nursing services to agency clientele, including health needs assessments and medication administration. You will also coordinate psychiatric and psychological services and manage health-related training needs for both clientele and staff.
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