Primary responsibilities:

· Daily follow-up with to monitor all resident health concerns.

· Administration of medications and vaccinations as requested by the physician or psychiatrist.

· Complete nursing assessments, Aims and ensure HCAs are completed.

· Follows the verbal order procedure.

· Administration of first aid as needed.

· Provides care as ordered by physicians.

· Monthly diabetic foot evaluations.

· Assists with coordination of resident psychiatric, medical, dental, and optical appointments as needed.

· Performs DMA and initial medical classroom training.

· Educates DCS on the use of scales, PB monitor, O2 use, thermometer, stethoscope, glucometer, wheelchair, and hospital bed equipment.

· Participates in medial rotation.

· Assists with development and revisions of medical policies and procedures.

· Assists in the destruction of controlled substances as outlined by DEA guidelines.

· Responsible for triaging medical concerns.

· Audits the use of Quickmar and Nextstep Programs.

· Monitors physical health issues of residents at assigned sites.

· Educates staff regarding infection issues, physical health, and behavioral treatment of residents.

· Coordinates behavioral treatment and physical issues with physician and psychologist.

· When needed, provide input/data/summaries as part of the Infection Control Plan.

· Participate in the influenza campaign and provide data where requested.

· Performs other duties as assigned or requested.

Education & Qualifications:

· Valid LPN license in the state of Michigan with a minimum of 2 years’ previous experience.

· Certified by the state of Michigan for TB skin testing.

· Maintains own mandatory training and certification requirements.

· Proven capability of interacting with many disciplines.

· Proven ability to deescalate tough situations.

· Proven ability to be able to provide care as needed.

· Approved by federal, state, and local government entities to work at Beacon.

Physical Job Requirements:

· Potential for physical aggression from residents exists.

· Potential exposure to infectious disease.

· Significant amount of travel required to visit BSLS facilities

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Medical specialties:

• Home Health
• Infectious Disease

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Supplemental schedule:

• On call

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to travel to various homes in East / South-East Michigan? (mileage reimbursement eligible)

Experience:

• mental health: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• LPN (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Livonia, MI: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person