Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)-Community Center at DELTA COMMUNITY SUPPORTS

Description

Delta Community Supports, Inc. (“Delta”) is seeking a passionate and reliable team member to serve as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) on our Nursing team. The Nurse reports to the Registered Nurse and the Director of the Community Center.

The LPN will promote the community support of people with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Responsible for a variety of practical nursing and care duties for individuals we support, including preparing, administering and recording medication and treatments, and providing first aid at the Community Center.

Delta is a non-profit corporation, operating in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Since 1977, Delta has been empowering individuals to live fulfilling lives through a wide-range of community-based services. From our foster care and adoption services to support services for adults with developmental disabilities, we help people grow and thrive through all stages of life.

Our mission is to enrich the lives of individuals and families through outstanding community-based supports and mutually rewarding relationships. The people we support and their families are our most valued customers. We start by making it all about them. Nothing makes us happier and prouder to say that on an annual basis over 2000 people are assisted by the services Delta provides.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide first aid to individuals and staff.

• Administer and record medications in medication log.

• Request refills of medication as needed from providers or family members.

• Monitor vital signs as indicated by physicians’ order or medical need.

• Assess need for medical treatment; notify appropriate contact person (family or provider) when an individual is injured or ill and may be in need of medical treatment.

• Observe individuals for behavior change, response to medication, side effects, objective and subjective signs of physical illness and refer for treatment if necessary.

• Communicate with management staff regarding medical issues of individuals.

• Track annual physicals for individuals served at the Community Center:

• Send reminders to families/residential providers to update physical

• Review physicals for completeness and significant changes in medical conditions.

• Update special precaution lists for individuals with seizure disorders, dietary restrictions, allergies and special needs during as needed or on an annual basis.

• Perform quarterly nursing review for individuals.

• Provide quarterly infectious disease training to staff.

• Train staff in healthcare issues such as seizures, hepatitis, scabies, diabetes, dysphagia, recognizing signs of illness and other relevant medical/health concerns.

• Assist with direct care service such as feeding, personal care and toileting.

• Participate as part of the interdisciplinary team as requested, on health care issues.

• Act as a resource to staff in health care issues.

• Attend meetings and write reports as required/requested.

• Review all incident reports that pertain to illness and/or injury and document follow-up.

• Complete Lifetime Medical History on all newly admitted individuals, update as needed and review annually thereafter.

• Ensure that all first aid boxes are complete and fully stocked; and with current dates when applicable.

• Order supplies for first aid boxes and nursing station as needed.

• Report any unsafe conditions immediately to supervisor.

• Perform such other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• ASN required; BSN preferred

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing program

• Current, unrestricted license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of assignment.

• Two (2) years of experience providing community based supports (residential)

• Valid driver’s license in the state of residence.

Benefits:

• 401 (k) Match program, with a generous match of 3%.

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.

• Company-paid life Insurance coverage for full-time employees

• Voluntary supplemental Insurance options for additional coverage.

• Company paid holidays, sick time, and vacation time.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides eligible employees with confidential counseling, support services, and resources to enhance well-being and maintain work-life balance.

• Professional development and internal advancement opportunities.

• Please note that participation in the listed benefits is contingent upon eligibility criteria.

Delta Community Supports is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are committed to diversity and equal opportunity in our recruitment and hiring. Qualified candidates of all backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to apply for this position. 

EOE  M/F/D/V