A healthcare services organization in Virginia is actively seeking a new Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a promising opportunity with their growing team in Suffolk.
Responsibilities
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will :
- Prepare and implement written plans of care for each resident
- Prepare monthly progress reports relative to the Nursing Plans of Care and new needs as they are identified
- Update monthly nursing reports for all consumers
- Provide healthcare training to residents, staff, and / or families as necessary
- Schedule, monitor, and ensure documentation of all medical services required by consumers
- Supervise the implementation of policies and procedures concerning medication storage, handling, and administration
- Review MARs and physicians orders weekly, to ensure proper administration by Residential Technicians
- Participate as an active member of the Interdisciplinary Team
- Perform other duties, as needed
Qualifications :
2+ years of work experience with the Developmentally Disabled populationGraduate of an accredited Practical Nurse programVA Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Experience with Psychiatric / Behavioral Healthcare NursingSolid assessment, clinical, and documentation skillsPatient orientedGreat interpersonal skillsExcellent communication skills (written and verbal)Strong attention to detailHighly organized