Licensed Practical Nurse na SMTCCAC, Inc.

Summary of Job Description:  The Licensed Practical Nurse [LPN] supports the Center Director and Registered Nurse in delivering quality health care and supervision to participants in accordance with COMAR 10.27.10.  The LPN assists with health monitoring, medication administration, documentation, and participant care based on individualized plans of care. Duties include recording observations, conducting monthly health checks, leading exercise programs, assisting with ADLs and meals, and ensuring a clean, safe, and supportive environment. The LPN also helps maintain medical supplies, completes attendance reports for Medicaid reimbursement, accompanies participants on outings, and provides emergency response when needed.

The ideal candidate demonstrates professionalism, compassion, and adherence to nursing standards and agency policies while supporting team operations and participant well-being.

Summary of Requirements:  High School Diploma or equivalent. A current license to practice nursing in the State of Maryland. Minimum of three years’ experience in a health care setting. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, or other software applications for data entry, reporting, and record management. Always maintain strict confidentiality of participant and organizational information. Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to interact professionally with participants, families, and multidisciplinary team members using tact and diplomacy. Demonstrated team building and collaboration skills with the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships. Demonstrated team building and collaboration skills with the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships. Exhibits professionalism, flexibility, discretion, and cultural sensitivity in all interactions. 

Responsibilities and Duties:

Assist Center Director and Services with collecting, analyzing, and monitoring the center’s monthly data and reports.

Follow the participant's plan of care and provide input to the multi-disciplinary team on the plan of care.

Report observations on the participant's level of functioning to the registered nurse.

Record observations on the participant's level of functioning in the medical record.

Conduct monthly health monitoring of each participant to include checking weight and vital signs.

Lead the daily physical exercise program with the participants by identifying exercise routines for seniors and those with limited mobility.

Notify the Registered Nurse of significant findings or changes in the patient’s physical or mental conditions.

Complete monthly attendance report for Medicaid reimbursement.

Assist participants as needed with health care and personal needs in accordance with COMAR 10.27.10.

Accompany participants on field trips.

Assist in providing transportation to customers with the agency vehicle.

Assist Registered Nurse in maintain an inventory of facility medical supplies and various administrative tasks as assigned. 

Initiate C.P.R. procedures when there is a sudden cessation of heartbeat or respirations.

Initiate emergency assistance as per policies and procedures.

Maintain the confidentiality of the patient’s clinical records.

Attend staff development programs as related to the Home Health Care and current practices in nursing.

Assist participants with Activities of Daily Living.

Assist with preparing and serving participant meals as well as providing whatever assistance participants need to consume their meals. Also assist with cleaning up the facility upon the completion of the meal.

 Assist with maintaining a clean and sanitary environment.

 Record observations on the participants level of functioning in the medical record; chart absences and occurrences.

Distribute medications to participants and administer insulin, nebulizer, and GT feedings, monitor blood sugar. Renew physician orders; manage medical appointments; call in refills to pharmacy.

 Interact with other agencies (Office on Aging, DSS, ARC, DHMH and Admin).

 Assist participants in various group and individual activities as needed. 

 Keeps skills up to date and increases knowledge and productivity.

 Assist the center director with the recruitment activities.

 The LPN shall at all times demonstrate knowledge of and comply with COMAR 10.27.10 and other:

I.                     Relevant professional practice standards.

II.                   Relevant statues and regulations governing licensed practical nursing; and 

III.                 The policies and procedures of the practice setting.

 Other duties as assigned.

 Licenses or Certificates:

A current license to practice nursing in the State of Maryland, CPR and First Aid.

Special Requirements:

State and Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal Background Check, National Sex Offender Public Registry Check, Physical, Tuberculin PPD Tine Test at time of employment, and annually, or by physician requirement, thereafter, and Pre-Employment, Random, Post-Accident Drug and Alcohol testing.

Physical Demands:

Work requires extensive physical effort: bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, standing, and lifting as patient needs require.

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer