Medical Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Type Part-time Description

 

POSITION SUMMARY:   

A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing basic medical attention to clients at Isaiah House and assessing their wellbeing as part of a larger medical team. Duties include checking vital signs, recording a patient’s medical history and assisting patients with hygiene. 

QUALIFICATIONS:   

• Valid LPN license. 
• Valid driver's license. 
• Self-motivated. 
• Availability to work some evening, overnight and/or weekend shift. 
• Good communication skills. 
• Ability to meet deadlines and stay on schedule. 
• Ability to enforce program requirements. 
• Problem solving abilities. 
• Basic computer skills. 
• Ability to complete and submit reports 

SKILL SETS:  

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:   

JOB SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS: 

• Maintain confidentiality and comply with company, state, federal and HIPAA rules and regulations 
• Knowledge of addictions and mental health complications. 
• Knowledge and competency in problem solving, stress management, ethics and team building. 
• Knowledge of alcohol and other drugs that includes: Alcohol and addictive drugs and their physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual impact on the individual and their family. 
• Ability to determine if a medical emergency exists and to take appropriate action, when necessary. 
• Knowledge of emergency procedures used in case of alcohol and/or drug overdose. 
• Knowledge of the stages of alcohol and other drug withdrawals and ability to take appropriate action at each stage. 
• Take vitals. 
• Administer medication to clients as directed. 
• Charting for insurance purposes. 
• Maintain a positive, professional attitude toward residents, staff and volunteers. 
• Handle crisis situations in a calm supportive manner. 
• Complete drug screening. 
• Create a safe and healthy environment for clients. 
• Comply with random employee drug screening. 

Requirements

 MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS: 

1. Adheres to Isaiah House policies and procedures. 
2. Attends mandatory in-services and other training/educational programs as required.