Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/ Charge Nurse (GA/On-Site)

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Charge Nurse

NOTE: THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION

General Overview:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works with individuals with developmental disabilities within the agency, under the supervision of the Agency RN.

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Schedule staff using the Makeshift app, assigning LPNs to individuals.
2. Maintain employee records in collaboration with the RN Supervisor.
3. Ensure proper documentation for RN Supervisor review (QuickMAR/Therap).
4. Direct nurses to observe and chart individuals' vital signs, dress wounds, prepare equipment, and assist with personal hygiene.
5. Monitor individuals' reactions to medication or treatment and report back to the RN to request modifications to the treatment plan.
6. Report to the RN.
7. Perform specific nursing duties as assigned.
8. Support individuals in planning nutritious meals and assist those on special diets.
9. Cooperate with family members and other team members regarding reasonable requests related to individual needs.
10. Train staff on the medical needs of individuals as required.
11. Dispose of hazardous materials safely.
12. Ensure medications are documented on the MARs as prescribed by the physician and conduct bi-weekly audits of the MAR.
13. Review the ISP and attend ISP meetings for individuals receiving nursing services.
14. Ensure the practice of the ‘Eight Rights of Medication’.
15. Oversee the services provided by LPNs.
16. Observe, document, report, and take action to ensure the quality of services for individuals.
17. Follow-up to promote the quality of life for individuals served.
18. Actively participate in quality improvement plans.
19. Ensure medications are stored according to guidelines.
20. Ensure doctor’s appointments are followed, and follow-ups are completed as needed.
21. Confer with physicians, RN, PAs, and NPs to ensure individuals’ health status complies with their suggestions, recommendations, and referrals.
22. Perform other direct nursing duties as assigned by an RN.
23. Provide transportation, if applicable (must meet DBHDD transportation requirements).
24. Obtain required training as mandated by DBHDD & HFR.
25. Complete ongoing training (minimum of 16 hours annually).

Qualifications:

• Fluent in written and spoken English, with basic computer skills
• Licensed LPN in the state of Georgia
• BCLS certified
• NCIC/DBHDD clearance
• Capable of lifting 50 pounds without assistance
• Maintains a current driver’s license
• Must demonstrate a positive attitude, flexibility, and the ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds
• Competent in nursing areas including, but not limited to: skin & wound care, administering G-tube feeding, assisting with ADLs, completing nursing assessments, medication administration, and taking and documenting vital signs

Work Environment & Conditions:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with changing priorities.
• Must be able to manage sensitive and confidential information in accordance with HIPAA and internal confidentiality policies.

Reporting Structure:

• Immediate Supervisor: Agency RN