Licensed Practical Nurse(LPN)

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Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states. We are now hiring a skilled Parttime Licensed Practical Nurse in Scotch Plains, New Jersey. The L.P.N.

Key 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…

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OtherLicensed Practical Nurse

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are now hiring a skilled Parttime Licensed Practical Nurse in Scotch Plains, New Jersey. 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.

Pay Rate: 30.00 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?