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Title

Licensed Practical Nurse 

Category Nursing  
Description

SUMMARY

Provide nursing services that contribute to the health and well-being of each individual. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will participate in the assessment, evaluation and follow through of recommendations made by the Person Centered Plan team and physician. Facilitate proper nursing care, review of medication administration and promoting quality of care for participants. Participate in the development of individual health care protocols as part of the PCP process. Provide nursing care per state and Nurse Practice Act requirements.

Embrace Opportunity Village's core values by cultivating positive and meaningful CONNECTIONS with participants and team members, demonstrating ENTHUSIASM, high standards of PRODUCTIVITY, authentic STEWARDSHIP, and consistent participation in individual and team DEVELOPMENT.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Provides services to all individuals assigned as per plan. Seeks to provide assistance to other individuals and team members when needed. Participates in PRIDE room services as part of the team.
  2. Assists all individuals towards the achievement of their goals. Assists all individuals to perform and participate in scheduled activities and in Activities of Daily Living (ADL) as needed.
  3. Completes required documentation that supports care and services provided including but not limited to ID notes.
  4. Ensure equipment is clean and functioning.
  5. Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
  6. Anticipates safety needs for all individuals and team members.
  7. Complies with all Federal, State, local regulations and requirements, and company policies and procedures.
  8. Carry out habilitation assistance services as required by the participant's Person Centered Plan (PCP).
  9. Maintain appropriate documentation
  10. Follow all medication administration procedures; documentation to be completed efficiently.
  11. Assist the Manager and Director with special projects.
  12. Supports and participates in department activities.
  13. Establishes cooperative relationships with team members to determine effective strategies to achieve individual and department goals.
  14. Assist the Nursing Services Manager in Developing appropriate Care Plans for each participant.
  15. Assist with intake and screening prospective participants.
  16. Assist with initial Nursing Assessments with the RN.
  17. Assist with establishing chart for new participants.
  18. Administer medications and treatments per prescription orders, document on medication sheets and report adverse reactions.
  19. Receive medications from family as needed, ensuring that all medications are logged and secured.
  20. Provide proper disposal of discontinued or expired medications and maintain destruction log.
  21. Maintain narcotic sign out sheet and count for controlled substances.
  22. Observe participants for condition change. Note in participants charts and report book, communicate changes to family/caregivers or Physicians, if needed.
  23. Assess and triage in an emergency, treat when possible; call 911 when necessary.
  24. Assist with serving meals and feeding participants as needed. Monitor meals ensuring that special diets are adhered to.
  25. Assist with loading and unloading buses as needed.
  26. Teach proper techniques and sanitation as needed.
  27. Utilize appropriate methods for working with individuals with intellectual and or physical disabilities.
  28. Report suspected Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation, Isolation, and Abandonment (ANEIA) immediately as mandated by state law.
  29. May be assigned other duties as needed.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position does not directly supervise others.

 
Position Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • Required: High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Required: Current LPN license.
  • Required: Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with people with disabilities.
  • Required: Current CPI certification within 30 days of employment
  • Required: Current CPR and First Aid Certification within 30 days of employment
  • Preferred: Experience working with individuals with disabilities.

 

 

 

PHYSICAL ABILITIES & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and functions of the position. The list below of minimum essential functions is illustrative of the minimums only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed.

 

  • Ability to lift fifty (50) pounds
  • Frequent bending, sitting, standing, lifting and walking.
  • Ability to work in a typical office environment.
  • Ability to conduct tasks and successfully perform under critical deadlines.
  • Manual dexterity to operate office equipment and examine documents, records and files.
 
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time  
Shift -not applicable-  
Rate of Pay DOE  
Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt  
Req Number NUR-24-00003  
Open Date 10/2/2024  
Location Engelstad Campus  
About the Organization Join Las Vegas' Favorite Charity! Here you can be proud to answer the question, 'Where do you work?' Opportunity Village (OV) is more than just a job; being a member of the OV team instills a sense of pride and purpose into your work week. Our motto for the people we serve is: Pride. Purpose. And a Paycheck. So it is no wonder that the same can be said for our employees who serve our clients.

Aside from the satisfaction of participating in a community that extends beyond our campuses, OV also offers a wide array of additional benefits including: health, dental and vision insurance, retirement savings account, training and development opportunities and much more!  
EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.  

This position is currently accepting applications.

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