Agency LPN

Description

•  The Agency Nurse at NIA Association is responsible for providing high-quality nursing care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Working in a supportive and person-centered environment, the Agency Nurse will assess health conditions, develop care plans, and administer treatments while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance the quality of life for our service recipients. 

Requirements

•  Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans in coordination with the healthcare team and families.
•  Administer medications, treatments, and other prescribed medical interventions in accordance with policies and regulations if necessary
• Monitor and manage acute and chronic medical conditions, recognizing changes in health status and responding promptly. Collaborate with residential staff, therapists, physicians, and families to ensure holistic care and support for service recipients.
•  Maintain accurate medical records, including progress notes, medication administration logs, and incident reports.
•  Educate staff and service recipients on health-related matters such as nutrition, hygiene, and self-care techniques.
•  Participate in regular case reviews and contribute to the development of individualized service plans (ISPs).
•  Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and best practices, including HIPAA and OSHA standards.
•  Provide emergency first aid and triage care as needed.
•  Conduct and/or coordinate Medication Administration Classes and assist with ongoing training and support of direct care staff regarding health and medical care for service recipients.
• Maintain a monthly calendar of medical appointments for the assigned individual(s) in the agency.
• Review Physician Order Encounter Forms to ensure Prescription Protocols have been followed.

MAR

• Along with the Agency Nurse, it is the LPN’s responsibility to review MAR’s before filing in main chart.
• Responsible for applying correct physician orders and distributing monthly report to the Agency Nurse or designee.

Prescriptions

• Ensure all individual prescriptions and refill requests submitted to the Medical Department are properly documented.

Vitals

• Obtain vital signs, heights and weights for individuals each month or as required in the ISP.
• For those unable to be weighed, a designated place will be determined and info shared with Program

Qualifications:

Current RN or LPN licensure in the state of Tennessee.

Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience, preferably with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

 CPR and First Aid Certification.

Knowledge of healthcare laws, guidelines, and procedures relevant to nursing in a residential care setting.

 Strong clinical, organizational, and communication skills.

 Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Salary : $39,500 - $50,000