South Carolina Mentor is Hiring a LPN Admin (FT) Near Lexington, SC
Administrative Licensed Practical Nurse This is a fantastic role to continue your nursing career path and work within a setting that offers variety and rewarding challenges. Responsibilities:
You will have a large impact by providing nursing services, training, and supports to address the medical or psychiatric needs of individuals with a brain injury, intellectual and developmental disability, a substance use disorder, and/or an emotional or behavioral disability.
Monitor the health conditions of individuals served and ensure quality services are provided.
Administer medications and provide documentation as well as oversee and monitor staff members who administer medications.
Provide prescribed medical treatment by physician’s orders and personal care services.
Conduct assessments, implement health care services to be included in each Service Plan (ISP), and respond to changes in condition.
Provide training to staff members including universal precautions, infection control, and medication administration.
Serve as liaison and advocate with other medical and professional service providers.
Provide training for individuals served with topics including self-medication, prescribed treatments, sex education/STD prevention, and smoking cessation.
Qualifications:
Associate’s Degree in Nursing or related field, or a graduate of an accredited LPN program.
One year of experience working with populations served in a nursing capacity.
Current state LPN or LVN License.
Current driver's license,
Additional certifications as required by state licensing regulations such as CPR/FA and HIV/AIDS certification, BBP, and ACT training.
Ability to effectively communicate with staff, individuals served, and families.
You will make a difference every day and help to provide quality of life-enhancing services to the individuals we serve.