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Licensed Practical NurseResources for Human Development • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse

Resources for Human Development • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
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Position Purpose :

The primary role of a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is to provide comprehensive oversight, coordination, and hands-on care in addressing all health-related matters affecting program participants. This includes both direct and indirect health concerns, ensuring the physical and emotional well-being of individuals through proactive assessment, timely intervention, and ongoing collaboration with interdisciplinary team members, families, and external healthcare providers. The LPN plays a critical role in maintaining a safe, responsive, and supportive environment that promotes optimal health outcomes for all individuals involved in the program.

Major Responsibilities :

  • Maintains nursing documentation and medication records.
  • Assists residents in learning about their medications; assures that medications are taken as physician ordered and recorded in electronic MAR.
  • Provides nursing care including, but not limited to, wound care, trach care, diabetic counseling, etc.
  • Assesses residents’ health and emotional needs.
  • Communicates with other members of the nursing and program staff; communicates serious issues to Nurse Manager and Program Director.
  • Maintains confidentiality, including keeping voice low and not talking about residents in public areas  Other duties as assigned.

Job Qualification and Competencies :

  • Current PA RN / LPN licensure
  • Current CPR / First Aid certification
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Act 33 / 34 clearances
  • FBI clearance as needed
  • All trainings required by licensure
  • Must complete a Physical, TB test, and Hep B titer.
  • Network Functions / Equipment / Machines / Physical Demands :

    Patient Care : LPN’s assess patient health, and implement nursing interventions to ensure optimal patient outcomes.  Medication Administration : Administer medications and monitor patients for side effects and reactions, ensuring adherence to prescribed treatment plans.  Collaboration : Work closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to  coordinate patient care and communicate updates regarding patient conditions.  Documentation : Maintain accurate and complete electronic patient records, documenting vital signs, symptoms, and changes in patient conditions.  Patient Education : Educate patients about health conditions, treatment options, and self-care strategies to promote recovery and wellness through individual and group sessions.  Proficient use of computers, mobile devices, and agency software.  Business use of company equipment including vehicle. ☒ Medium : exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and / or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects. ☒ Stand / Sit (stationary) ☒ Walk ☒ Use hands / fingers ☒ Climb (stairs / ladders) ☒ Talk / Hear ☒ See ☒ Push / Pull ☒ Repetitive Motion ☒ Reach (high / low) ☒ Kneel / Stoop / Crouch / Crawl

    About Resources for Human Development :

    Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies. Allowing these entities to advance their mission and vision. By exploring geographical program expansion and focusing on quality outcome measures to create cost savings that result in reinvestment into the organizations stakeholders through capacity creation and employee compensation betterment.

    Apis Services, Inc. and affiliate’s provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy / childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.

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    Licensed Practical Nurse • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States