LPN

LPN Responsibilities

Administer medications before breakfast and/or school. Cover the Solarium while Lead Tech does room checks/perform room checks. Assist with transitioning Residents to and from school or activities. (Cover gate if necessary) Remain on the unit with RN if Residents refuse school or are sick. Float in school hallways and respond to complaints of illness or pain. Report findings to the RN. Stays on the unit to cover while RN goes to Treatment Team Meetings. Transcribe orders from medical Dr. and Psychiatrist if RN requires assistance. Assist with making appointments for psychological testing and consult request. Relieves MHTs for breaks. Assist with obtaining vitals on weekends and reports findings to RN and medical Dr if necessary. Assist with informing patients and families about new medications and obtaining consents for new medications. Update Treatment Plans and problem sheets as needed. Ensures that medications are re-ordered in a timely manner before they run out. Assist RN with admissions when needed. (Searches and body checks, ordering medications, obtaining consents) Assist with management of behaviors as well as physical restraints if necessary. Assist with HPRs and informing guardians of behavioral issues. Refer guardians to RN or Supervisor if requested.

Qualifications

Position Requirements: Licensure/Certification/Registration: Licensed to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Commonwealth of Virginia Education/Experience: Must have graduated from an approved school of practical nursing Education, experience and/or training in working with patient population of unit of assignment is required either prior to employment or during an initial employment period. General Requirements: Must be at least 21 years of age per Commonwealth of Virginia Interdepartmental Regulation of Children's Residential Facilities. (22VAC42-11-380, pg. 43) Must have patience, tact, and a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm. Good communication skills; must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. Basic clerical skills, basic experience with office equipment (telephone, copy machine, fax, etc.) Experience with Microsoft Office Software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.) Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Ability to problem solve and accept feedback when circumstances warrant such actions. Willingness to interact with patients with varying levels of cognitive functioning.