Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Sevita
Cedar Rapids, IA, United States
$25 an hour
Full-time

REM Community Services , a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Here we believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. You’ll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day.

Join us today, and experience a career well lived.

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Tues- Fri & Every Other Weekend (2pm-10pm) , No On-Call

Starting rate of pay $25 per hour

We offer mileage reimbursement, low patient ratios, beautiful work facilities, on-demand pay (no waiting for pay day), flexible scheduling, and so much more!

Do you enjoy providing great nursing care, knowing you are making a difference in people’s lives? As LPN, you will provide prescribed medical treatment and personal care services under the direction of a registered nurse or physician to address the medical or psychiatric needs of individuals with developmental disabilities, acquired brain injuries, substance abuse issues, and / or emotional or behavioral challenges.

You will travel between multiple locations and be accessible to staff at all locations during work hours.

Provide basic care and medical treatment to individuals served

Complete health assessments and provide input of health diagnosis to RN or physician for the development of nursing care plan

Follow-up on all physician orders and ensure follow-through on individual’s medical / dental appointments

Monitor, administer, and record medications promptly, acting as a liaison to pharmacy

Review medication error forms, analyze errors, and make recommendations for procedural changes

Conduct quality assurance checks on health care records

Maintain confidentiality, respect human rights, and practice universal precautions in accordance with company policy and all external guidelines

Partner with external agencies to coordinate services and ensure consistent treatment

Administer, track, and maintain log for testing of staff members and individuals

Provide training to staff members on topics such as medication administration, universal precautions, and infection control

Provide training for individuals served on topics such as self-medication, prescribed treatments, sex education / STD prevention, and smoking cessation

On an as-needed basis, coordinate, organize, or assist with household activities such as light housekeeping and meal preparation;

transport individuals to activities and appointments

Participate in the on-call system as needed; may be required to be accessible after hours for emergency coverage

Qualifications :

Associate Degree in Nursing or related field or a graduate of an accredited LPN program

One year of experience working with population served in a nursing capacity

Current state LPN License and other certifications as required by state licensing regulations such as CPR / FA, HIV / AIDS certification, BBP, and ACT training

Current driver's license, car registration and auto insurance if providing transportation to individuals receiving services

Strong communication skills with ability to build rapport with others

Self-motivated and detail-oriented with ability to multi-task

Reliable, responsible, caring nature with a commitment to the company’s mission and values

Why Join Us?

Full compensation / benefits package for employees working full-time

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holiday pay

Complex work adding value to the organization’s mission alongside a great team of coworkers

Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities

Come join our amazing team of committed, caring professionals. Apply Today!

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life.

We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.

We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.

Sevita is committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and respects the unique talents, experiences, and perspectives of our employees and the people we serve.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

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