Nurse LPN

Description

Job Title:

Nurse-LPN

Department:

Residential Program

Reports To:

Director of Health Services

Classification:

Non-Exempt, Full-Time, Benefit Entitlements

Licensure Required:

Valid Minnesota Licensed Practical Nurse license

Benefits

· Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

· Long-Term Disability

· Life Insurance

· Generous 401k match and immediate vesting

· Paid time off

· Flexible hours

Core Values

Our core values shape the culture of Progress Valley and define what we expect from ourselves as colleagues, leaders, and caregivers. These values guide how we serve clients, collaborate with one another, and carry out our responsibilities each day.

Service

We serve all people with compassion, dignity, and respect.

Respects and values each person's background, beliefs, and experiences; demonstrates person-centered care; advocates appropriately for those we serve.

Integrity

We do what is right, take responsibility for our actions, and act ethically.

Acts honestly and ethically; owns mistakes with transparency; aligns words, decisions, and actions.

Awareness

We show self-awareness and empathy in our interactions.

Regulates emotions; listens to understand; communicates clearly, respectfully, and constructively.

Ownership

We take responsibility for our work, our decisions, and our impact.

Follows through on commitments; takes accountability for outcomes; invests in solutions, not problems.

Resilience

We remain steady, adaptable, and grounded.

Navigates challenges with positivity; embraces change; remains effective through adversity.

Growth

We prioritize growth in ourselves, our work, and our mission.

Seeks feedback; advances professional skills; contributes to improving and expanding services.

Position Summary

The Nurse-LPN supports the health and wellness of program clients by assisting with medication administration and control, providing health care services as needed, and collaborating with clinical staff to support treatment goals related to medical and health concerns. This position educates clients and staff on health-related matters and assists with the development and implementation of agency health care practices and policies.

Success in this role requires sound clinical judgment, flexibility, effective time management, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining client confidentiality and regulatory compliance. The Nurse-LPN must demonstrate self-confidence, creativity, and individual discretion when responding to client health needs, medical concerns, and urgent situations.

In all aspects of this role, the Nurse-LPN embodies Progress Valley’s Core Values through compassionate client care, ethical medication and health care practices, respectful communication, accountability, adaptability, and a commitment to ongoing professional growth.

Essential Responsibilities

Service

Demonstrates compassion, dignity, and respect in all client and visitor interactions.

• Provide health care services to program clients as needed and within scope of practice.
• Monitor client self-administration of medication as appropriate.
• Assist clients in obtaining new medications and refills.
• Educate clients on health care issues in a clear, respectful, and person-centered manner.
• Assist clients in scheduling necessary health appointments.
• Make appropriate and timely medical, dental, and health referrals when necessary.

Integrity

Upholds ethical practice, confidentiality, regulatory compliance, and accurate documentation.

• Assist with medication audits and pill counts at RN discretion and ensure compliance with internal medication and health care policies.
• Set up client accounts with the preferred pharmacy and monitor usage for accuracy per RN request.
• Collect medication co-pays from clients and submit payments to the corporate office.
• Dispose of medications, narcotics, and sharps containers in accordance with agency and community policies.
• With another employee present, destroy and document-controlled substances that remain in the facility following client discharge.
• Adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies related to the protection of client confidentiality.

Awareness

Communicates effectively, recognizes client health needs, and collaborates with internal and external partners.

• Conduct client health assessments as needed per RN discretion.
• Communicate client conditions and medical concerns to the RN and document recommendations and care provided.
• Consult with the RN regarding clinical health issues and medication concerns.
• Collaborate with external health professionals regarding client care.
• Attend staff meetings and clinical meetings as needed.

Ownership

Take responsibility for assigned health services duties, follow-through, and a safe, organized care environment.

• Inventory and maintain facility medical supplies and first aid kits; document findings in medication audits.
• Assist the RN with developing medical and health plans with clients; follow up regarding care and provide updated recommendations as necessary.
• Address and follow up on client medical emergencies and document recommendations on all medical-related incident reports.
• Report vulnerable adult concerns to the Program Manager or external common entry point.
• Resilience

Remains steady, flexible, and responsive while supporting client health needs and program operations.

• Attain, maintain, and promote a positive, safe, harmonious, productive, and challenging work environment.
• Respond appropriately to changing client needs, urgent medical concerns, and program priorities.

Growth

Builds knowledge, strengthens practice, and contributes to continuous improvement in health services.

• Participate in continuing education and training in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies.
• Perform other tasks and duties assigned by supervisor or management.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Licensed Practical Nurse with valid Minnesota State nursing license.
• 2 years of psychiatric or chemical dependency nursing experience preferred.
• Must have completed or obtain 12 hours of training in co-occurring mental health problems and substance use disorder.
• Working knowledge of chemical dependency treatment continuum.
• Must be able to pass DHS Rule 11 background check.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to structure time well and develop priorities.
• Ability to relate to people from diverse backgrounds.

Physical Requirements: Repetitive movement of hands and fingers – typing and/or writing. Occasional standing, walking, stooping, kneeling or crouching. Reach with hands and arms. Ability to communicate, converse with and exchange information.

Note: This job description is not intended to be an inclusive list of responsibilities, but a guide to basic areas of responsibility. Other tasks may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor. All job descriptions are subject to periodic review, and any changes will be communicated to both the employee and supervisor.

Progress Valley is an Equal Opportunity Employer