LPN Ambulatory Care

We make what is important to those we serve important to us. Make an Impact: Enhance the quality of life for seniors. Professional Growth: Access to training and career development. Medical/Dental ~ Life Insurance ~ Tuition Reimbursement ~ Flexible Spending Account ~ Employee Assistance Program Are you passionate about helping older adults live meaningful, independent lives at home with grace and dignity? BoldAge PACE is an all-inclusive program of care, personalized to meet the individual health and well-being needs of our participants. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Under the direction and supervision of the Clinic Practice Manager, administers medications, implements primary care orders, and evaluates participant complaints physically and/or by telephone/telehealth. Provides education to the participant, and caregiver in regards to care plan, nursing treatments or medications. Communicates participant's condition to primary caregivers, physician and interdisciplinary team. As delegated by Clinic Practice Manager performs basic nursing services in the PACE clinic within scope of practice. In coordination with the Interdisciplinary Team and the RN Care Manager participates in planning and executing interventions in accordance with the participants plan of care. Performs the administration of prescribed medications, vaccinations, and treatments in accordance with nursing standards and documents appropriately. As designated by the Clinic Practice Manager and meeting the requirements within the scope of practice shall withdraw blood from participants as instructed. Maintains participants' medical record and fulfills PACE ORGANIZATION charting and reporting requirements. Observes, records, and reports participant's condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians. Triages participants within scope of practice to determine priority of care. Prepares equipment and aids physician during treatment, examination, and testing of participants. Assists other staff in clinic in daily appointments and emergencies. Responds to and refers incoming telephone calls. Assists in the maintenance of the exam rooms for necessary supplies and materials. Ensure clinic supplies are on the reorder supply list as appropriate. Responsible for monitoring expiration dates of medications and clinic supplies monthly as assigned. Effectively communicates in interdisciplinary team meetings, clinic meetings or any other meetings as assigned. May assist in the scheduling of specialist appointments and assisting in hospital admissions and calling report to unit, as assigned or requested Follows all BoldAge Policies and Procedures and OSHA safety guidelines. Follows BoldAge Safety Policies and Procedures. Participates in and supports Quality Improvement initiatives. Participates in continuing education classes and any required staff and training meetings. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. One year working as an LPN strongly preferred. Current LPN/LVN license in good standing to practice in the required state. (NJ: New Jersey State Board of Nursing). If this is not present, training on working with a frail or elderly population will be provided upon hiring. Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and the minimum state required liability auto insurance. Be medically cleared for communicable diseases and have all immunizations up to date before engaging in direct participant contact. BoldAge PACE provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. * Full-time Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm #J-18808-Ljbffr