Licensed Practical Nurse

1 month ago


Chesapeake, Virginia, United States Professional Diversity Network Full time
City of Chesapeake
Do you have a passion for helping the great citizens of the City of Chesapeake?
Then come join our team

The Licensed Practical Nurse works with individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities to perform professional work in the care and support of residents under medical supervision. Facilitates the implementation of health care objectives of the individual Support Plan (ISP). Collaborates with members of the interdisciplinary Team (IDT) and other health care professionals in the community. Provides technical support to non-licensed staff regarding health care services and medication administration. Engages in active treatment with residents as appropriate. Responsible for assisting physicians and lead nurse, dispensing of medication, accurate record keeping, inventory of medications and assisting with resident supervision.

Job Duties of the Licensed Practical Nurse include:
  • Dispense medications to residents, perform nursing tasks as directed by physician and perform simple diagnostic assessments.
  • Serves as liaison for residents with community physicians and other providers.
  • Maintains inventory of supplies and medications under direction of supervisor; handles, stores, records and administers medications in compliance with applicable Federal, State and Local Regulations.
  • Develop and update nursing care plans; complete monthly assessments, participate in quarterly and annual ISP reviews and collaborate with Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP) regarding changes to the ISP health care objectives.
  • Maintain resident electronic medical records accurately.
  • Assists with development of special projects, groups, and policy development for the home.
  • Participate in staff meetings and trainings.
  • Provide oversight to ensure health and safety of all individuals in the environment, Identify and defuse crisis situations.
  • Provides care and support as needed during emergency or crisis situations requiring "shelter in place" or evacuation measures, such as natural disasters, inclement weather, or other situations leading to possible danger to or displacement of the residents.
  • Assist residents during mealtimes and share meals with the residents unless pre-authorized by the supervisor for a separate meal period to be granted.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

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