LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)

PennReach is a non-profit who provides full service/in home care to individuals with special needs. We support individuals to live in apartments of their own in various affordable housing developments, as well as in our group homes in the state of New Jersey. Our goal is to not only provide individuals with housing, but to maintain the supports to give our residents the life they deserve. We currently are looking to hire for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for our Allentown, NJ Group home.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduate of accredited Nursing School;
• LPN, Licensed in the State of NJ
• Two years’ experience in the area of Community Health and/or Home Health Care
• Possesses all credentials required by State and Federal Law
• Driver’s license valid in the State of NJ with good driving record
• Shall be at least 18 years of age or older
• Employee must cooperate with the licensee and Department staff in any inspection or investigation.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assess health needs, develop and implement appropriate plan of interventions, assess and modify plan in response to changing health care needs of individuals served and interface with physicians.
• Provide medical consultation to the residential staff effectively by supervising the general well-being of each individual served while promoting a consumer-oriented approach to health care.
• Interact with other support staff to ensure continuity and coordination of care. Effectively use community back up support in providing care.
• Document information and treatments in accordance with DDD, DHS, and PENNREACH, INC. requirements.
• Communicate effectively with supervisor, other support staff, clients, families and outside agencies, as appropriate. Participate in client-centered meetings and staff meetings, as appropriate.
• Provide training for individuals served in the areas of health maintenance, medications, and medical treatments.
• Provide training for staff on specific medical treatments related to the specific needs of the individuals served.
• Provide consultation to staff in other areas: e.g. nutrition, promoting wellness, medications, sanitation practices, etc.
• Review the implementation of medically prescribed diets and exercise programs.
• Respond to crises and interventions, as needed.
• Recommend policies and procedures on health issues.
• Participate in appropriate professional growth and continuing education opportunities.
• Must successfully complete and demonstrate proficiency in all areas of required training.
• Participates in all aspects of the individuals supported life and care. This includes but is not limited to cooking, cleaning, transporting, assisting with hygiene, etc.
• Perform any and all duties requested of supervisor.

Work Remotely

• No

Pay: $33.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• LPN (Required)
• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $33