Residential Licensed Nursing Assistant

Northeast Kingdom Human Services (NKHS) is a 501(c)(3) private not-for-profit organization operating with the purpose of promoting a high quality, comprehensive community mental health program in Vermont’s beautiful Northeast Kingdom. Our mission is to enrich communities and enhance the ability of individuals and families to improve their lives.


Are you a compassionate caregiver with a heart for helping others? NKHS is looking for a dedicated Residential Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) to join our team and support both the DS Nursing Team and Residential Services Department. In this dynamic role, you’ll blend clinical nursing support with hands-on residential care in multiple residential homes.
About Northeast Kingdom Human Services
NKHS is a 501(c)(3) private not-for-profit organization operating with the purpose of promoting high quality, comprehensive community mental health programs in Vermont’s beautiful Northeast Kingdom. Our mission is to empower individuals, families, and communities by promoting hope, healing, and support. NKHS is a Designated Agency contracted with the State of Vermont to provide the highest quality of service in the areas of adults with developmental disabilities, children and youth with serious emotional disabilities, and adults with mental health and substance use challenges. We serve the populations of Caledonia, Essex, and Orleans counties through a wide variety of targeted programs for individuals of all ages. NKHS has over 500 employees providing case management, community and home supports, residential care, psychiatry, medication management, therapy, vocational supports, school based counseling, emergency care, and respite services. These services are provided annually to nearly 4,000 of our local community members, helping them overcome challenges and achieve health in mind, body, and spirit. Visit us at NKHS.org Check out Life in the NEK of Vermont

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assist the DS Nursing team in providing nursing support within the Residential Services Department. Duties include:
◦ Completing identified short-term nursing tasks in multiple locations assigned by the Registered Nurse
◦ Complete nursing-related observation, assessment, and documentation of identified clients in multiple locations as assigned by the Registered Nurse
◦ Provide or assist in the provision of staff training in nursing-related areas assigned by the Registered Nurse
◦ Assist in the development and implementation of nursing-related care plans under the direction of the Registered Nurse
• Provide direct care Residential shift coverage in multiple licensed Residential Care Homes, as assigned, providing for the physical, emotional, medical and safety needs of the residents. Duties include:
◦ Provide for a safe and healthy living environment for residents.
◦ Provide direct care to residents to meet their physical needs as indicated. This may include, but not be limited to, bathing, toileting, lifting, transferring, physical assistance, feeding, medication administration, and supporting residents in the community.
◦ Complete household tasks of cleaning, laundry, meal preparation, etc.
◦ Provide support and supervision to all residents in accordance with their Individual Support Agreements (ISA’s), Behavior Support Plans, court orders, and other applicable plans and procedures as directed by the Residential Program Management
◦ Complete Medication Delegation training. Maintain applicable skills and delegation, and safely administer resident medications as prescribed by the physician and under the direction of the agency nurse.
◦ Complete Special Care Procedure training as applicable. Maintain skills and delegation and safely administer Special Care Procedures as prescribed by the physician and under the direction of the agency nurse.

QUALIFICATIONS
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current Vermont licensure as a Licensed Nursing Assistant

SALARY & BENEFITS

• $20.50 - $25.06 per hour
• Low-cost Health and Dental insurance
• 403b retirement plan with Agency contribution and match
• Generous paid time off
• Short-/long-term disability coverages
• Outstanding employee wellness program
• Life insurance, AFLAC, employee assistance program, and additional optional benefits


NKHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.


Northeast Kingdom Human Services is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.