LPN

We are seeking a contingent Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Behavioral Health Team in Newark Ohio.

Compensation: $27.00/hr.

To learn more about the program please see the information below:

Summary:

The Licensed Practical Nurse at National Youth Advocate Program provides medical assistance to the persons served including performing physical assessments and treating acute minor illnesses as needed.

Responsibilities:

The LPN will perform duties including but not limited to:

• Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Programs mission values and philosophies.
• Perform physical assessments on each client upon arrival and intake.
• Identify abnormal findings and notify the clients physician or consulting physicians.
• Assure the need for medical treatment for illnesses and/or injuries are being met.
• Assure the administration and implementation of physician orders and when appropriate educate the appropriate staff on administering medication and/or treatments as needed.
• Assure all documentation and required record keeping is completed in a timely manner.
• Assess minor illnesses and administer non-prescription medications per approved Standing Orders Policy.
• Schedule and coordinate examinations by the consulting physician for each persons served.
• Assure the programs compliance with Medical Policies and Procedures as well as Standing Orders.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse with valid licensure.
• Nursing experience working with adolescents is preferred.
• Must be able to maintain compliance with attending agency required training programs.
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers smart phones and tablets printers fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing spreadsheet and database programs.
• Scheduled Hours: every Friday 9:00am-5:00pm and as needed.

Driving and Vehicle Requirements:

• Valid drivers license
• Reliable personal transportation
• Good driving record
• Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100000/$300000 bodily injury liability

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listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.

The person in this position needs to follow a team concept and support both agency goals and co-workers. Employees must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures socioeconomic ethnic religious and racial backgrounds.

An Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veterans.