Compassionate LPN for At-Risk Youth

Company Overview

Wayne Halfway House, Inc. is dedicated to transforming the lives of youth in state custody through compassionate care and guidance. With multiple residential facilities across Tennessee and Florida, we strive to empower each resident to achieve their personal goals and foster a brighter future.

Summary

As a Licensed Practical Nurse at Wayne Halfway House, Inc., you will play a vital role in providing high-quality healthcare to our residents. This position is essential in ensuring the well-being of youth in our care, contributing to their health and overall development.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health assessments and triage residents' medical needs promptly.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Provide compassionate care to residents with diverse needs, including those with disabilities.
• Monitor vital signs and report any significant changes in residents' conditions.
• Assist with catheterization and ventilation management as required.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
• Maintain accurate medical records using Cerner or similar systems.
• Educate residents on health-related topics to promote wellness.

Qualifications

• Valid LPN license in the state of practice.
• Strong skills in triage and patient assessment.
• Familiarity with working at risk youth is a plus.
• Proficiency in using electronic health record systems such as Cerner is beneficial.
• Compassionate approach towards youth and ability to work effectively within a team environment.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people through compassionate nursing care, we invite you to apply today and join our dedicated team at Wayne Halfway House, Inc.

General Responsibilities:

To provide daily care of the residents in the facility following all criteria set by the State Manual and the Program Director with the main focus being the oversight over all medical needs, medications and scheduling of appointments.

Duties:

1. Assist in the daily maintenance of medications and overseeing that the prescriptions and counts on medications are accurate.

2. Accurately conduct monthly Medication Administration Reports (MAR) on the last day of each month.

3. Communicate with the case workers on issues or needs involving medical/dental appointments.

4. Setup all medical and dental appointments.

5. Ensure that residents EPSD&T’s are performed in the allotted time frame the state has given.

6. Knowledge of medication: side effects, benefits, counter-reactions.

7. Consult with the residents on medications they have been refusing.

8. Consult with the Nurse Practitioner on medication management.

9. Ensure all proper consent forms are signed on medications prescribed by the Nurse Practitioner, before medication is given.

10. Properly dispose of unused/refused medications and document, as so.

11. Perform all documentation in a timely manner.

12. Send resident medical bills to appropriate case worker, for payment of services to be handled.

13. Participate in the reporting and handling of crisis situations.

14. Establish a good rapport with the residents.

15. Demonstrate competence in cultural knowledge, awareness and sensitivity.

16. Maintain knowledge of community resources.

17. Maintain discipline following state guidelines.

18. Monitor residents for a safe environment at the facility.

19. Follow all applicable policies of Wayne Halfway House Inc.

20. Participate in the PQI program as requested.

21. Perform other job related duties as assigned by the Program Director.

Hours: weekdays flexibility, weekends(as needed)

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• LPN (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Dandridge, TN 37725 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25