Licensed Practical Nurse - Day Habilitation

Primary Function: The Primary function, Monday

• Friday (10 a.m. to 2 p.m.), is to provide direct health related care and health monitoring / management, including administering medications, performing treatments, and monitoring vital signs, while also coordinating with families, other healthcare professionals and training direct care staff.Performance Responsibilities: Although each position has its own unique duties and responsibilities, the following listing applies to every employee of North Jersey Friendship House, Inc.:-
  
  

Works towards the accomplishment of department/Agency goals-

Maintains confidentiality and immediately reports to management breaches in confidentiality-

Practices job requirements on an accurate, timely and regular basis-

Observes and maintains appropriate professional boundaries with members, co-workers, and supervisors-

Attends all scheduled meetings as assigned-

Meets relevant continuing educational/training requirement-

Completes all required documentation/paperwork accurately and within established time frames-

Completes all assigned College of Direct

• Support and Relias trainings as assignedEssential Functions Include:-
  
  

Participates in Medication Management, including, but not limited to, administration of medication, maintenance of MAR's, timely requests of medication refills, the integrity and orderliness of the medication cart/lockbox, and the appropriate disposition of outdated medications as per policy.-

Participate in member's intake process ensuring that NJFH receives all necessary medical documentation on each individual prior to the start of program-

Review medical documentation for each member a minimum of twice per year to ensure it is up-to-date and complete.-

Maintain documentation as appropriate, including, but not limited to, medical records, appointment schedules and nurses' notes.-

Provide feedback and information and share concerns regarding supported individuals with the site manager, Day Habilitation Director or other administration.-

Oversee that the program receives regular medical updates regarding each individual a minimum of 1x per year or more depending on health status.-

Participate in the formation of a Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for each supported individual if necessary and provide any needed staff training.-

Provide individual care as directed based on each individual's ISP or NCP.-

Participate in health training for members, including, but not limited to, recognizing signs and symptoms of medication side effects, disease process and management, infection control & prevention (i.e. handwashing)-

Monitor vital signs and response to medication and treatments as necessary.-

Provide guidance, feedback and training to direct care staff based on needs of supported individuals.-

In collaboration with members' family and staff, monitor chronic diseases and report signs and symptoms of complications.-

Participate in supportive care, including, but not limited to, chronic pain management, hospice, and palliative care.-

Ensure that all individuals' medical records are in compliance with all applicable state regulations and requirements of NJFH.-

Support the interdisciplinary approach to member's care as well as team process and participate as directed by program administration.-

Provides First Aid / CPR and AED training to agency staff and participates in new employee orientation and training.-

Provides annual education to members and staff assigned by Program management including but not limited to medication safety, side effects and Winter cold safety, Summer

• Heat & Sun safety, medications and heat intolerance, etc.-
  
  

Will be required to travel to nearby program sites.Requirements:-

Completion of an accredited Practical Nursing/LPN program-

NJ State Licensure-

First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor certification or ability to become instructor within 60 days of employment-

Valid driver's license with a clean recordNJFH is an Equal Opportunity Employer.