What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - OrderID: 3661 position at TemPositions Health Care?
Responsibilites :
- Nurse Case Manager
- Coordinate the delivery of health care services for adults with disabilities residing in residential programs.
- Oversee general health issues for people with autism in Residential programs or day programs
- Monitor medication and medical records for people receiving services
- Consult with MD's to ensure optimal medical treatments are provided to people being supported
- Supervise direct support professional (DSP) staff administration of medication to people receiving services
- Ensures medical follow up (i.e. appt.’s, labs obtain prescribed medication, etc.) occurs in a timely manner
- Ensures individuals are receiving prescribed medications, treatments and nutrition / diet as ordered
- Accompanies / transports individuals to appointments when needed, due to staffing needs
- Maintains accurate mandated medical records
- Attends internal team meetings as scheduled
- Work in conjunction with other members of the interdisciplinary team to achieve positive health outcomes.
Provides guidance and training to direct care staff to ensure proper delivery of health care services.
Qualifications & Work Experience :
Requirements include :
We offer a competitive salary and an enviable list of comprehensive benefits which includes four weeks' vacation, personal and holiday days, tuition reimbursement, license renewal and / conference / workshop reimbursement, medical, dental, life insurance, and 403(b). Working for Constructive Partnerships Unlimited may also qualify you to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
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We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.
