LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE
Company: ResCare Community Living
Location: Chula Vista
Posted on: January 21, 2023
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Job Description:
Our Company:ResCare Community LivingOverview:$18,000 Sign-On
BonusWorks under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Duties
include providing routine care, general observation of client's
health status, assists the RN and physician in treatments and
communicating with clients and their families/guardians. Reports
changes in condition and/or additional client needs to
supervisor.Responsibilities:Communicates health/nursing needs
and/or recommendations to RN supervisorCoordinates admissions,
discharges, and follow-up as neededAssists in medical/health
appointments as neededEnsures the provision of nursing/health
services under the direction of the RN and as ordered by the
physician, provides direct care as outlined in the Service
Plan/Nursing Care PlanTakes and records vital signs, weights, wound
measurements, etc. Identifies trends outside of parameters, or in
need of attention and communicates to RN/physicianReports pertinent
information and changes in individual health status to attending
physician/health professionals and to the Team as needed in a
timely mannerEnsures the provision of needed adaptive
equipmentMedication Administration:Administers medications,
verifying the correct medications are administered (per the six
"rights" of medication administration), and that client's response
to medications is noted and documented along with any noted side
effectsWorks closely with home/facility/pharmacy staff in
consulting on psychotropic medications, side effects, and
medication reviewsOrders, reviews, monitors, and discontinues
medications as ordered by physician. Dispose of unused medication
per policyAssures that monthly Medication Administration Records
(MAR's) are accurately transcribed in each individual's
recordChecks the medication cabinet on a weekly basis to ensure
medications are administered as ordered, appropriately documented
on the MAR, and that missed medications are documented, and
required follow-up occursReturns completed med cards at the end of
each month, along with expired and unused medications as
applicableChecks program/service areas on a frequent but not less
than a monthly basis to ensure the necessary
medical/nursing/medication supplies are available and in ample
supplyReports client illness, potential communicable diseases or
infections and works closely with RN, direct care staff, other
programmatic and health care professionals, and family in
maintaining a safe environment for clients and staff. Implements
isolation precautions as neededEnsures health status, care and
services are documented accurately and timely per company and state
requirementsProvides supervision and education for non-licensed
staff in the provision of care and services and reports any
changesComplete a quarterly nursing evaluation/review of body
systems on assigned individuals per program requirements. Refer to
physician any assessment findings needing further review.Ensures
incidents are recorded, the individual is safe, receives required
medical care, communicates to RN, operations leadership
timelyParticipates in clinics completed at the operation with PCP,
psych, etc. as assigned.Participate in on-call duties to ensure
weekend and after-hours access to clinicians by staff and
individuals served (participates in on-call rotation as
assigned)Participates in quarterly quality improvement activities,
weekly team/staff meetings and Interdisciplinary Team meetings
(IDT/PDP) Transcribes physician phone orders and other medically
related reportsWork hours may vary - weekends and evening
shifts/visits may be requiredQualifications:Education: Completion
of a state approved training program (e.g., diploma, associate's
degree, etc per state requirement)Qualifications:Must be a Licensed
Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN or LVN, per state licensure
requirements) in good standingCPR certificationMust have at least 6
months of direct nursing experienceExperience in providing services
and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities, or
related disorders preferredValid driver's license, with a
satisfactory driving record, as defined by ResCare's vehicle
policyMust have the ability to use a computer utilizing company
documentation systemsAbility to communicate (verbally and written)
with all levels of personnel, internal and external to the
companyAbout our Line of Business: ResCare Community Living has
four decades of experience in the disability services field,
providing support to individuals who need assistance with daily
living due to an intellectual, developmental or cognitive
disability. Our community living services are provided in 27 states
with several thousand programs and a comprehensive range of
high-quality services, including: Community Living, Adult Host
Homes for adults regardless of disability, Behavioral/Mental Health
Support, In-home Pharmacy Solutions, Telecare and Remote Support,
Supported Employment and Training Programs, and Day programs. For
more information, please visit . Follow us on Facebook and
LinkedIn. Additional Job Information:LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE
Salary Range: USD $35.00 / Hour
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