Licensed Practical Nurse - Day Shift (Mental Health)

Since 1967, Damar has been recognized across Indiana as one of the largest not-for-profit organizations and a leading provider of behavioral health and intellectual and developmental disability (I/DD) services. We foster a united, purpose-driven culture where employees feel valued, supported, and motivated to give their best. Join us in empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities or autism. Damar is looking for a strong LPN, with a big heart. If this sounds like you, apply today and be part of a remarkable organization dedicated to helping vulnerable kids and adults with disabilities.
The Nurse will work on our residential campus, located at 2000 Wernle Rd, Richmond, IN 47374.
The Nurse will be responsible for the delivery of medical and nursing services children and young adults served in Damar’s residential programs.
Day Shift: 7a-7p, weekly rotating schedule
Eligible for the Damar Advantage including discounts at Damar Health Services and Damar Pharmacy
Comprehensive training in verbal intervention and physical management techniques
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance options
Save for your retirement with our 401(k) Plan Participation
Take care of loved ones through our Damar provided Life Insurance and additional voluntary options
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance options
Paid Holidays to spend time with loved ones
Follow established health-related procedures and related policies throughout all areas of Damar
Will adhere to all policies and procedures as defined in the Employee Handbook and Damar Operational Policies and Procedures Manual
Collect and analyze the client’s physical, psychological, environmental, self-care, educational, and anticipated discharge planning needs
Complete physical and provisional mental health assessments upon admission
Administration of client immunizations, documentation and tracking
Provide client and staff education, including infection control practices, hygiene, medication side effects and actions, and medication administration and compliance
Provide client diabetic care and education
Monitor clients following nursing unit policies and procedures
Communicate changes in client status (legal, psychiatric, physical, medical) to the attending physician or nurse practitioner
Communicate and obtain internal and external consents for client medication orders as needed per the physician
Inform incoming shift of any changes/client needs to promote continuity of care
Review client medical records for accuracy and ensure that the nursing notes and all documentation clearly reflect current status and client progress
Collect and document client data for Department of Child Services Passport
Comply with safety and security policies and procedures, including those regarding accidents and injuries
Assist with physician assessment: manage and ensure timely follow up and accuracy with transcription of orders
Performs assessments as needed in a timely manner and sends notifications per policy
Completes and updates mandatory staff training and other licensure related items in a timely manner
Monthly review of physician’s orders (rewrites) and medication administration records for all units
Deliver medications to nursing stations from pharmacy
Update passports as assigned
Must have Indiana nursing license as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse
Knowledge of current trends and research in the use of psychotropic medications with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred
Be clear of any felony convictions, substantiated charges of neglect or other disqualifying criminal convictions