Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Part Time

$500 Sign on Bonus

The Association for Individual Development (AID) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to empower people with physical developmental intellectual mental health challenges; those who have suffered a trauma; and those at risk to enjoy lives of dignity and purpose. We are looking for aLicensed Practical Nurse LPN - Part time whodemonstrates this mission and wants to work for an organization that makes a difference in the community.

What you will be doing

• The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for the provision of part-time nursing services under the supervision of a Registered Nurse to meet the identified health care needs of a designated population of clients.
• Responsibilities include assessing the health needs of clients planning for the provision of needed health services implementing a plan of care and evaluating outcomes and ongoing health needs under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• The Licensed Practical Nurse collaborates with physicians other health care providersand the Service Planning Team as needed to address client health needs
• The Licensed Practical Nurse under the supervision of a Registered Nurse works within the framework of AIDs goals policies and procedures to assure that accreditation standards and regulatory requirements about health care are met in all programs.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Registered Nurse completes timely assessment(s) of the clients health using various screening tools. (i.e. TD screening Depression PHQ9 etc.) as needed.
• Enters all required assessments and other clinical documentation into the computer (CX360) promptly according to program requirements as needed.
• Collaborates with client and RN as needed to assist in planning appropriate health services for clients based upon client needs.
• Participates in staff meetings providing input and ideas for improvements when available.
• Demonstrates consistent attendance and punctuality to scheduled work hours.

Implementation Skills

• Collaborates with physicians as needed.
• Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse implements physician orders and/or facilitates the implementation of physician orders.
• Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse provides medication administration monitoring and/or training for clients as needed.
• Promotes client wellness through coaching counseling consultation motivational enhancement and information and referral services to clients facing various health challenges as needed
• Communicate with service delivery partners which may include Physicians Nurse Practitioners Counselors Pharmacists Employers Community Supports and other health professionals as needed to facilitate the achievement of the clients wellness objectives.
• Utilizes a variety of appropriate resources and educational materials for wellness coaching. (ie Health Matters curriculum Smoking cessation materials Weight Management information etc.) as needed.
• Complete required nursing documentation promptly recording at least 50% of time in direct client services according to program requirements.
• Assures the nursing departments compliance with regulatory requirements and accreditation standards within the designated program.
• Maintains client files according to AID procedures.
• Provides consultation on community health resources as needed to address client health needs.
• Maintains client confidentiality by agency policy and federal and state laws.
• Acquire and maintain certification in CPR non-violent crisis intervention (CPI) OIG Rule 50 training and other mandatory or assigned trainings.

Evaluation Skills

• In collaboration with a Registered Nurse evaluates outcomes of nursing interventions and adjusts plans as needed.
• Evaluates the safety of the work environment and takes corrective actions when needed or makes recommendations for safety improvements.
• Broadens knowledge through seminars conferences formal education and/or self-directed learning.

Additional Job Responsibilities:

• Assesses changes within programs or the health care environment that may warrant the development of new health-related policies or procedures and reports these ideas to the Nurse Manager and/or Director of Health Services.
• Assesses the need for client guardian or staff education on health-related topics and acts to address these needs as appropriate or discusses these needs with the Director of Health Services to plan necessary training.

Planning Skills

• Collaborates with Program Directors and/or Director of Health Services to improve client services or resolve problems.
• Under the direction of a Registered Nurse assists in the development review and updating of health care procedures based upon client and/or agency needs.
• Assists with the provision of medical and first aid supplies for programs and clients.
• Under the direction of a Registered Nurse assists with planning and updating selected health training curriculum (ie medication training modules Health and Safety modules etc.) as needed.

Implementation Skills

• Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse provides client health teaching and/or health education for families guardians and staff as needed.
• Consults with and serves as liaison between the client program physician and area hospital(s) or other agencies as needed.
• Facilitates the operation of the agencys psychiatric clinics as needed.
• Administers First Aid as needed.
• Assists in the orientation of new health services staff (nurses and dietitians) to their role.

Evaluation Skills

• Collaborates with RN and treatment team to update and revise the clients health-related or medication-related goals on IP as needed.
• Solicits input from customers regarding ways to improve the quality of services.
• Assists in the Quality Assurance process as needed.
• Participates in agency committees as needed.

What will we provide Part Time employees

• $500 sign on bonus for part-time
• 12.5 Days of Paid Time Off prorated based on hours worked plus 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid training
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401K with a 3.5% company contribution after one year if you work 1000 hours annually.

What will you bring to the table

Education:Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

License/certifications:Current Illinois State LPN License

Experience:One year of previous experience working with persons with developmentaldisabilities mental illness and/or neurological impairments are preferred.

Physical:Demonstrates the physical capacity to perform nursing responsibilities including but not limited to pushing pulling reaching bending and physically assisting clients. Must be able to climb stairs and lift up to 50 pounds.

Equipment:Computer Copy Machine Fax machine Telephone with voice mail system Scales (Electric and Manual) Audio-visual equipment Hoyer lift Stethoscope Blood Pressure Equipment Technology Electronic Health Records AI programs as required.

Additional Requirements:

• Must acquire and maintain certifications in CPR Non-violent crisis intervention training OIG- Rule 50 and attend other relevant trainings as required
• Position requires the ability to work a flexible schedule which may include evening responsibility for the assigned program
• Use of an employees automobile for local and regional community travel between program sites. Drives self for agency business.
• Valid Drivers licenseMinimum amount of automobile liability insurance required as defined by AIDs personnel policies.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills are required.

If we seem like a good fit consider joining our growing team of compassionate hardworking and caring individuals and start your path toward a fulfilling career that you can be proud to work.