What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) position at Consumer Support Services, Inc.?
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Consumer Support Services is currently hiring for the position of LPN in our ICF/IID setting in Heath, Ohio. This position is scheduled Monday through Friday, while also being on-call to address any medical concerns that may arise.
The essential job duties are:
- Responsible for daily oversight of a maximum of 20 individuals in the ICF/IIF setting.
- Oversee and/or coordinate medical care and treatment to the individuals as required, per doctor’s orders and the IHP.
- Provide professional nursing services to each individual; performing basic therapeutic and preventative nursing measures according to established protocols.
- Maintain medical records and ensure compliance with all state, local and federal guidelines.
- Serve as a liaison with individuals, physicians, pharmacists, agencies and significant others; including attending medical appointments with the individual.
- Meet with applicable representatives from any regulatory agency regarding all medical aspects of the company.
- Provide in-service training to staff in compliance with regulatory agency standards as assigned.
- Provide oversight for medication administration as assigned and ensure that all medications are administered, dispensed, stored and disposed of by the staff in compliance with regulatory standards and company policy.
- Participate in and oversee a preventative program for infection control.
- Monitor the individual for adverse reactions to medications and report to the physician.
- Purchase and/or requisition needed medical supplies and equipment to ensure an adequate supply is available.
- Participate in and provide input at team meetings to ensure optimum development and health for each individual. Generate all IHP forms for all individuals while attending the IHP meeting.
- Complete all assessments as required.
- Participates in quality assurance reviews in all areas of individual care.
- Communicate consumer health care situations to the County Director, Program Director, Program Coordinator, Supervisor, QIDD, and County Board as necessary.
- Act as a resource for clarification and interpretation of health care issues.
- Adhere to all safety standards set forth per regulatory agencies and company policy.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $52,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Please provide any experience you have working in an ICF/IID facility.
License/Certification:
- LPN (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $52,000