LLAM Certified Nurse Instructor- Contractor

Job Description

Job Description

Summary / objective

Under the supervision of the Crisis Bed Coordinator, the Crisis Bed Contracted LLAM Certified Instructor is responsible for training unlicensed assistive personnel (UAPs) in the Limited Lay Administration of Medication (LLAM) curriculum and overseeing the medication administration record (MAR) for children admitted to a residential crisis bed unit.

Additionally, the Crisis Bed Per Diem LLAM Certified Nurse Instructor will provide re-training of UAP’s who make more than 2 medication errors in a period of 6 months.

Essential functions :

Training and Oversight of MAR

• Provide LLAM curriculum training for new hires, annually for re-certification, and as needed following medication errors that require updated instruction
• Provide oversight of the MAR as needed
• Provide consultation to the Crisis Bed coordinator and Program Manager related to UAP’s and the Limited Lay Administration of Medication

General Responsibilities

• Participates in relevant professional development and learning activities as required of DGS Per Diem employees
• Adheres to professional code of ethics and conduct
• Communicates effectively and professionally with all stakeholders
• Maintains flexibility to meet the needs of a 24 / 7 crisis bed program
• Demonstrates continuous commitment to DGS’ core values

Supervisory responsibilities : Oversight of LLAM UAP training

Work environment : Office based

Physical demands :

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• May be requested to lift up to 15 pounds periodically

Travel required : None

Minimum qualifications :

• Maintains an active Delaware or compact state RN license in good standing
• Has one year of clinical nursing experience, including experience in medication administration
• MAR documentation and review experience
• Certification as a LLAM instructor or ability to complete training to become certified within 90 days of hire

Preferred qualifications :

Currently Certified LLAM instructor

EEO :

Delaware Guidance Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions .

Other duties :

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.