Licensed Practical Nurse

Works in coordination with: Support Coordinators, residential and day supports personnel, guardians, families, physicians, pharmacists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, dietitians, and other health care professionals.Immediate Supervisor: Director of NursingABLE, INC. IS DEDICATED TO:ENHANCING RELATIONSHIPS,PROVIDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR GROWTH, ANDENCOURAGING PEOPLE TO REACH THEIR PERSONAL DREAMSPeople supported by ABLE, Inc. will have the best possible health. This includes health care that is respectful of the rights and wishes of people supported, continuity of care, services and supports that address the unique physical and mental health care needs and desires of each person, as well as freedom from abuse and neglect.This position will facilitate the achievement of personal outcomes as identified by the person supported. This position is responsible to provide health care for people supported by ABLE, Inc. in a manner that focuses on the personal outcomes and health issues that matter most to each individual person supported.SPECIFIC DUTIES AS THEY RELATE TO PEOPLE SUPPORTED:Respond and intervene during accident, injury, illnessFollow-up appointments and documentation of aboveMonitor health care progress of people supported by writing annual medication history, updating immunizations, make recommendations for treatment as neededEnsure labs, appointments, x-rays, physicals, specialist appointments, follow-up appointments, therapies, etc. are scheduledTake people to above appointments, if unable to make appropriate arrangementsEnsure appropriate follow-up after appointments, i.e. scheduling follow-up, instructions to staff, update support coordinator, family, guardian, documentation in Masterfile/medical file, DD case manager, etc.Coordinate hospital admission and discharge, emergency room treatment, out-of-town travel for appointmentsProvide health care education to people supported as the need indicatesProvide medical assessment and follow-up of suspected abuse and neglect for people supportedReview referral packets and provide input on ability of ABLE, Inc. to support and meet the health care needs of person applying for services.SPECIFIC DUTIES AS THEY RELATE TO STAFF:With the assistance of the health services coordinator, determine the need for and provide appropriate training/inservicing to direct care staff whenever nursing tasks are delegatedEnsure competency of direct care staff whenever nursing tasks are delegatedOTHER DUTIES:Assist in quarterly physicals for people supported throughout the agencyAssist in medication administration recertification for staff throughout the agencyCommunicate health care issues to health services coordinator and executive directorAct as liaison with the medical community to enhance health care services provided to people supportedPromote community awareness of ABLE, Inc.Assist when requested to cover health care needs throughout the agency in the absence of health services coordinator and/or other nurses.Participate in agency committee meetings as asked or appropriate.Comply with applicable standards, ICF/IDD and The CouncilComply with ABLE, Inc.’s policies and proceduresAttend the meetings as designated per supervisorsComplete and submit agency documentation as required: health updates, behavior incident reports, timesheets, expense reports, telephone logs, etc.LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE QUALIFICATIONS:Currently licensed within the State of North Dakota as a Licensed Practical NursePrefer one year of experience working with people with developmental disabilitiesRemain current on CPR and First Aid certificationValid drivers licensePrefer computer knowledgePrefer experience with standards such as ICF/IDD and The CouncilSKILLS NEEDED:Must be willing to work as a team memberBe a strong advocate for the rights of people supportedStrong written and oral communication skillsMust be able to function in an independent settingMust demonstrate good leadership skillsMust possess excellent problem-solving skillsMust be flexible and creativePossess strong physical assessment skillsMust possess good public relations skillsBe willing to travel in-state and out-of-state #J-18808-Ljbffr