Job description
Company: Benchmark Human Services
Location: Tifton, GA
Category: Nursing – Crisis Services
Wage: n/a
Sign-On Bonus: n/a
Description:
Part-Time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Join Benchmark Human Services and positively impact the lives of other people! Benchmark is a national leader in providing services to individuals with disabilities and mental illness. We work with people at home, at work, and in the community providing crisis response. If you’re looking for a rewarding job helping people with disabilities become more independent and involved in their community, Benchmark Human Services is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). We provide thorough training, great challenges, and even greater fulfillment as you help individuals reach their maximum potential.
Description:
Provides time-limited crisis services that support individuals with developmental disabilities in the community and participate in the daily activities of the 24-hour IDD Crisis Home.
Benefits:
- Health, vision and dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- 401k plan with company match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Employee discounts with various vendors
- Advancement opportunities
Responsibilities:
- Function within the limits of licensure and educational preparation, and effectively with other members of the health care team.
- Utilize the nursing process under the clinical supervision of the LPN House Manager and Registered Nurse to promote and maintain health, prevent disease and other potential disabilities in order for the individual to obtain optimal health.
- Must be willing to flex schedule accordingly to provide services, supports, care and treatment to individuals as required and be present to provide supervision to staff.
- Work with the treatment team to provide direct care to individuals residing in Crisis Home based upon the individual treatment plan.
- Uses positive behavioral support strategies as described in behavior support plans or behavioral guidelines.
- Care includes providing medical treatments, administering medication and giving injections
- Ensures that an inventory of medications are safely and securely maintained.
- Helps individuals with bathing, dressing, personal hygiene, transferring, standing and walking.
- Observes individuals in Crisis Home.
- Documents and reports any changes in individual’s progress, conditions, such as adverse reactions to medication or treatment, changes in behavior, etc. Notifies appropriate treatment team members and discusses any necessary action.
- Assist with the implementation of high intensity services such as screening, evaluation and assessment within the limits of their license.
- Facilitate individual transition to other supports and/or treatment.
- Enhance communication among staff to promote high quality care.
Qualifications:
- Valid State Nursing License
- Valid Driver’s license required
- Must be experienced and competent in profession and maintain any applicable license, training, or and certifications.
Benchmark Human Services is an EOE/AAP Employer. Veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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Job Type: Part-time
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