Job Position : Licensed Practical Nurse
Status : Non-exempt
Reports to : Director of Medical / Health Services
Department : Nursing
Qualifications
- LPN license
- 1-2 years experience working with developmental disabilities
Essential Functions
Responsibilities include patient care, medication administration, prescriptionoperating and maintaining medical charts.
Collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary team members.Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by a physician toindividuals who are not capable of administering these independently.
Provides all information, assistance and general first-aid to clients and directsthe activity of all pertinent staff in the event of a medical emergency.
Implement the mission statement, “Our mission is to provide people withdevelopmental disabilities diverse opportunities to lead fulfilling lives.”
Work Environment
Office and / or group home settingPhysical Abilities
Must be able to lift and transfer 50 pounds using proper body mechanics 6-12times hourly
Must be able to carry 50 pounds for at least 20 feetMust be able to climb and descend 20 stairs carrying 20 poundsMust be able to bend to retrieve an object at floor level 6-12 times hourlyMust be able to readily change direction while walkingMust be able to run a distance of 100 ft. 1-2 times hourlyMust be able to walk a distance of one mileMust be able to crouch at the knees 6-12 times hourlyMust be able to kneel on both kneesMust be able to drive for a period of one hour 3-6 times dailyMust be able to stand for a period of one hour 6-12 times dailyMust be able to sit for a period of one hour 6-12 times dailyMust be able to push / pull 10 poundsMust be able to grasp an object with at least one handMust have at least 20 / 40 combined vision with or without corrective lensesMust be able to hear a normal spoken voice with or without hearing assistanceConfidentiality
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) applies.Other Skills
Ability to read, write and speak the English language