Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical NurseWe are seeking a compassionate and highly motivated Licensed Practical Nurse to provide nursing services in our medical respite program: Serenity Court located in North Philadelphia. The LPN will be responsible for providing clinical nursing supports and coordination of medical services for patients who reside in our medical respite program and provide training and supervision to the Certified Nursing Assistants on their shift. The LPN will be a part of the Interdisciplinary Team in which they will furnish services under the supervision of the Nurse Manager and in accordance with PHMC and the program's policies and procedures.Reports to: Nurse ManagerShift: Openings on each shift, Monday through Friday (8a-4:30p, 5:30p-12a, 12a - 8a) Saturday & Sunday (8a-8p and 8p-8a)Responsibilities:Records patient's medical historyAccurately records patient medications via the MARs.Takes and record measurements of blood pressure, vitals, temperature, heart rate etc.Observes patients under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications etc.Completes initial medical and social intakes of new patients.Administers medications per physicians' orders to the patients and monitors and documents the effectiveness of all medications.Assures the safety and comfort of all patients.Assists with the scheduling of medical appointments.Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates care for residents.Provides on-call supports on alternating weekends between respite Nurse ManagerParticipates in Interdisciplinary Team Meetings.Meal preparation if needed.Provides training and supervision to the Certified Nursing Assistants on their shift.Participates in professional trainings, webinars, etc.Maintains necessary licensures and certifications that is required for the job.Performs other duties as assigned by the Nurse Manager.Skills:Strong management skillsAbility to document using the Electronic Health RecordAbility to effectively use Excel, Outlook, Microsoft word as neededAbility to exercise effective advocacy and counseling skillsAbility to communicate effectively in both written and oral formsAbility to interact professionally with the publicFunctions well in a fast-paced environment and approached high stress situations appropriatelyAbility to multi-task and respond effectively to policy and procedural changes within the PHMC Network and Serenity Court medical respite programAbility to effectively problem-solve independentlyManage detailed information efficiently and analyze facts and exercise sound judgmentAbility to perform basic MathUnderstand English and follow oral and written instructionsUse current software and computer applicationsPHMC COMPLIANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:Understands and adheres to PHMC compliance standards as they appear in the PHMC Code of Conduct, Whistle Blowers and Conflict of Interest PoliciesKeeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state and PHMC regulations, laws, and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modifiedComply with HIPAA and Confidentiality Policies and Procedures as they apply to the jobComply with Department of Public Health (DPH), The Joint Commission and other accreditation and regulatory agencies standardsAdhere to all PHMC Policies and ProceduresKnowledge and adherence to Infection Control and Environment of Care Guidelines and Procedures as described in the annual education moduleExperience:Prior direct service experience with people experiencing homelessness and/or those with substance abuse or behavioral/mental health issues;Familiarity with the Social Determinants of Health;Two or more years of experience in residential medical facilitiesEducation Requirement:Licensed Practical Nurse Certification from an accredited college or universitySalary: Salary based on education and experiencePHMC is an Equal Opportunity or E-Verify Employer.