License Practical Nurse (LPN)

Description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

At Fello we champion the rights of people with disabilities and invest in what matters most: real opportunities strong relationships and inclusive equitable communities. We partner with people with disabilities to provide support services develop inclusive housing and create spaces where people feel genuinely connectednot just accommodated.

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides person-centered nursing care to people living in an assigned group home under the guidance of the Nurse Case Manager/Delegating Nurse (RN). The LPN works with the Regional Manager and Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to promote independence and community inclusion for people served. Responsibilities include delivering care aligned with each persons Nursing Care Plan and Individual Plan supporting Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) coordinating medical appointments and immunizations and maintaining health documentation in iCM and other electronic systems. The LPN must meet DSP qualifications and complete all required training. This is an essential position and staff may not leave their shift until appropriate coverage has arrived.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated creative and innovative in providing community integration and support services. They are a team player who responds to change or crisis in a calm and productive manner and who can respectfully support the varied needs of persons build self-esteem and confidence through positive interactions and trusting relationships. They communicate in a timely professional manner with persons served their families coworkers and other stakeholders. They also have knowledge of databases and electronic medical records and are committed to learning about health services for people with disabilities.

This position requires a current Maryland LPN license issued by the Maryland Board of Nursing and at least one year of experience providing nursing services for people with disabilities. Candidates must have a valid Maryland drivers license with no more than two points. They must also be able to complete all required Fello and Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) trainings.

This position is part-time or full-time based in an assigned group home with a work schedule that varies based on the needs of persons served. Schedules are flexible and include on-call hours. This position involves limited travel including regular trips to the Severn campus for meetings and trainings. This position is not eligible for telework.

This position includes an award-winning Total Rewards (benefits) package and paid professional development opportunities.

Fello is an equal opportunity employermeaningwe provide equal opportunity to all qualified candidates without regard to race color religion ancestry sex gender gender expression national origin age marital status military/veteran status sexual orientation gender identity pregnancy genetic information disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. To provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all candidates employment decisions at Fello will be based on merit qualifications and skills. Fello strongly encourages all employees to become fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and other communicable diseases.

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