LPN - On Site ONLY

Job Duties:  Licensed Practical Nurse for individuals with developmental disabilities and/or mental illnesses within the agency. 

Qualifications:

• Licensed LPN for the state of Georgia.
• BCLS certified
• CPI certified 
• NCIC/DBHDD clearance
• Capable of lifting 50 pounds without assistance.
• Maintains current driver’s license if doing transportation 
• Must have a positive attitude, flexibility, and ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds.

Duties and Responsibilities 

1. Monitoring individuals' reactions to medication or treatment and reporting back to the registered nurse to request that the physician modify the treatment plan
2. Work under the supervision of a registered nurse
3. Report to the registered nurse
4. Specific nursing duties as assigned
5. Medication administration 
6. Supports individuals in planning nutritious meals, and supporting those with special diets. 
7. Cooperates with family members regarding reasonable requests related to individual needs.
8. Train staff on the medical needs of individuals as needed
9. Dispose of hazardous materials in a safe manner
10. Ensure the medications are documented on the MARs as prescribed by the physician. 
11. Review the ISP
12. Attend ISP Meetings, if applicable
13. Wound Care
14. Medication Documentation
15. Ensure practice of the ‘Eight Rights of Medication’
16. Oversee the services delivered by direct care staff and CNAs
17. Administering G-tube feeding
18. ADLs
19. Nursing Assessments
20. Skin Care
21. Vital Signs
22. Nursing Care
23. Responsible for observing, documenting, reporting and taking action to ensure the quality for services for the individuals
24. Follow-up to promote quality of life for the individuals being served
25. Actively participate in the Quality Improvement Plan
26. Assure that medications are stored according to guidelines
27. Ensure doctor’s appointments are adhered to and follow-ups completed as needed
28. Confer with physicians, RN, PAs and NP to ensure the health status of the individual is in compliance with their suggestions, recommendations, referrals etc.
29. Other nursing direct duties as assigned by a RN
30. Transportation, if applicable (must meet DBHDD transportation requirements)

Competency

• Fluent in the written and spoken English language
• Basic computer skills
• Trainings as required by DBHDD
• Ongoing training (minimum 16 hours annually)

I have reviewed and understand my job description. I am working under a job description that is specific to the ARC Macon.  I will complete my duties with quality and quantity to ensure my safety and the safety of the other staff members and the individuals in the program. I understand and accept the job description for Licensed Practical Nurse as written.