Licensed Practical Nurse

2 weeks ago

Bowie, United States The Arc Prince George's County Full time
POSITION: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

STATUS: Full Time and Part Time NORMAL WORKING HOURS/DAYS: Shifts Below

About the Organization:

The Arc Prince George's County serves more than 600 individuals with disabilities through a variety of programs, services and supports. Our primary areas of support are community living, family and personal supports, employment services, and day programs - all with an emphasis on person-centered community involvement and inclusion. To learn more about us and to review the complete job description, please visit www.thearcofpgc.org .

The Arc is seeking a part-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide a wide variety of person centered supports and services with a strong emphasis on personal choice to the individuals they support. The LPN serves as an advocate and promote self-advocacy. He or she provides personal supports and services based on individual needs.

Person-centered Focus:

At The Arc personal choice means:

C - Collaborating with the individual to meet their goals

H - Having a Humanistic perspective and approach

O - Using your keen Observation skills to guide and mentor

I - Inclusion in the community by actively getting out and involved

C - Community/Citizenship involvement

E - Enhancing the life of the individual

Key Competencies Required:

• Advocacy (Encouraging and supporting people in expressing their choices, dreams, goals and rights)

• Communication (Actively listening to the person we support based on their preferred method of communicating, and collaborating with their natural supports and community)

• Relationship building (Creating opportunities for people to build friendships, make connections and develop meaningful relationships in an inclusive environment)

Here's a Snapshot of What You'll Be Doing Day-to-Day:

The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for the medical well-being of the individuals in the home, and provides clinical leadership for staff during the course of the shift.

Essential Functions:

Clinical

1. Read and review each individual's nursing care plan.

2. Observe and assess each individual present during the shift and document any relevant findings in the nursing notes.

3. Administer medications and document on the Medication Administration Record.

4. Post all medication changes and clearly communicate these to staff and to the delegating nurse.

5. Provide all therapeutic treatments that require a licensed practitioner

6. Contact professionals as needed to resolve acute problems (Delegating Nurse, Physician, Program Manager/Program Administrator)

Personal Care/Direct Support

1. Implement nursing plans of care.

2. Ensure that the home is comfortable and clean by assisting with household tasks and communicating needs to the supervisor.

3. Provide training and support to individuals in the program to help them achieve greater independence in managing their health.

4. Works in cooperation with a delegating nurse, Program Administrator and Program Manager to perform duties essential to providing quality healthcare to individuals receiving services at the Arc services.

5. Provides instruction, guidance, follow-up, monitoring, and assistance in personal grooming and hygiene to include assistance with toileting, oral hygiene, bathing, dressing, feeding, and lifting/transferring (when indicated).

6. Assists with and/or dispenses medications and other medical treatments to the individuals as necessary

7. Turns and reposition individuals, alone or with assistance, to promote skin integrity according to the individuals' nursing plan of care

Community Participation and Social Life

1. Assist individuals with activities of daily living and leisure activities within the home to promote independence.

2. Encourage exercise to maintain optimum health.

3. Promote family involvement via effective communication and positive interactions.

4. Provide direct assistance so that the individuals can fully participate in community activities of their choice.

5. Encourage and assist individuals with healthy nutrition, both at home and in the community.

Communication and Documentation

1. Uses effective, respectful, and frequent communication with the individuals and the individuals' family members and/or other interested parties.

2. Documents progress on Individual Outcomes, and completes daily activity and communication logs in the Twinsis data base system.

3. Documents and completes required records and reports in a clear, consistent, and legible manner.

4. Observes and documents individuals' behaviors, such as feeding patterns, and bowel patterns

4. Submits paperwork that is complete and legible by prescribed due dates.

5. Demonstrates familiarity with Behavior Support Plans and implements plan in a consistent manner.

6. Demonstrates familiarity with the individual's Person Center Plan and implements plan in a consistent manner.

8. Completes DDA and agency-related training's as required

Professionalism

1. Demonstrates appropriate workplace behavior, modeling the agency's philosophy.

2. Demonstrates positive role-model behavior.

3. Maintains confidentiality in regards to individuals and in relation to staff issues.

Other

1. Assist with medical appointments as needed.

2. Serve as liaison to the pharmacy and to medical professionals as needed.

3. Assist with coverage during medical emergencies.

4. Maintain highest level of confidentiality in regards to the individuals' care.

5. Communicate in a positive and respectful manner with all members of the staff, family members, professionals and community members.

Mental, Physical, & Visual Demands:

Ability to push, pull, lift, or carry an individual of medium build with assistance (such as 2-person lift). The LPN may perform tasks that involve exposure to blood body fluid, or tissues and use protective equipment as required.

Working Conditions:

An LPN normally is assigned to work in a residential home, however there may be times where travel and assistance may be needed at other residential sites. Must be flexible and professional in responding to stress.

Comments:

This position description is intended to describe the essential job functions, the general supplemental functions, and the essential requirements for the performance of this job. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements of a person so classified. Other functions or duties may be assigned and management retains the right to add to, or change the duties of this position at any time.

Requirements

You are the Ideal Candidate If You Have:

Valid LPN license for the state of Maryland is required. Must have at least 1 year of related experience working with individuals in a care-giving setting. A good driving record, reliable vehicle, and current Maryland Driver's license is a must. The candidate must be able to successfully complete training requirements of The Arc. Strong communication skills and demonstrated care-giving skills such as personal care provision and repositioning skills is required. Must be able to lift a person with assistance (two-person lift).

Salary Description

$30.78

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    7 days ago

    Bowie, United States Interim Healthcare of Prince George’s County Full time

    Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (7am-3pm or 3pm-11pm Weekday & Weekends)  Seeking a nursing career with variety, challenge and growth? As an LPN for Interim HealthCare® Staffing, you can have it. Unique to other nursing roles, you’ll have your pick of assignments and facilities that present new experiences, increase your skills and spark growth in your...

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    5 days ago

    Bowie, United States Interim Healthcare of Prince George's County Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN)(7am-3pm or 3pm-11pm Weekday & Weekends)  Seeking a nursing career with variety, challenge and growth? As an LPN for Interim HealthCare® Staffing, you can have it. Unique to other nursing roles, you’ll have your pick of assignments and facilities that present new experiences, increase your...

  • LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse

    7 days ago

    Bowie, United States Villa Rosa Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Full time

    Why join us at Villa Rosa Nursing and Rehabilitation Center as an LPN? We have competitive LPNrates! We have everyother weekend LPN shifts available! We have a nurse loan repayment or tuition reimbursement Plan for our fulltime LPNs! We have 401K and Health Benefits! We have days and night shifts available! We have daily Pay options! LPN - Licensed...

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    7 days ago

    Bowie, United States Brookdale Senior Living Full time

    Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN Overview Voted by Newsweek in 2024 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity Early Access to Paycheck with Earned Wage Access is available for Hourly Associates (outside of CA) Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us!...

  • License Practical Nurse

    5 days ago

    Bowie, United States Second Family Inc Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionThe LPN is responsible to the RN Supervisor and its clients for rendering nursing care in assigned area in terms of individualized needs, according to dependent and independent nursing functions and conformance with recognized nursing techniques, procedures, and established standards based on the scope of practical nursing,...

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    7 days ago

    Bowie, United States Second Family Nursing Services, Inc. Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionWe are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team! You will be responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of assigned patients.Responsibilities:Administer nursing care to child with Medically Fragile needs: Trach care, Gastro-Jejunotomy care, Ventilator care, etc.Monitor and report changes in patient...

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    2 weeks ago

    Bowie, United States The Arc Prince Georges County Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:POSITION: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt STATUS: Full Time and Part Time NORMAL WORKING HOURS/DAYS: Shifts BelowAbout the Organization: The Arc Prince George’s County serves more than 600 individuals with disabilities through a variety of programs, services and supports. Our primary...

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    7 days ago

    Bowie, United States Luminis Health Full time

    Licensed Practical Nurse Job Code: 000579 Position Objective: Contributes to the provision of high-quality, cost-effective healthcare as a provider of direct and indirect patient care and by effectively collaborating with other members of the health care team. The LPN contributes to the nursing process in a team relationship with the Registered Nurse. ...

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    7 days ago

    Bowie, United States Luminis Health Full time

    Position Objective: Contributes to the provision of high-quality, cost-effective healthcare as a provider of direct and indirect patient care and by effectively collaborating with other members of the health care team. The LPN contributes to the nursing process in a team relationship with the Registered Nurse. Essential Job Duties: Reasonable accommodations...

  • Licensed Vocational Nurse PRN

    6 days ago

    Bowie, United States Evergreen Life Services Texas Full time

    Position Description: LVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse) PRNFLSA Classification: Non-ExemptReports To: Medical Program Coordinator or RN  Created: November 30, 2013Revised: December 18, 2020   Job Summary Responsible for maintaining a healthy, safe and therapeutic environment for individuals served and following through on their individual plans of...

  • Licensed Vocational Nurse PRN

    5 days ago

    Bowie, United States Evergreen Life Services Texas Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPosition Description: LVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse) PRNFLSA Classification: Non-ExemptReports To: Medical Program Coordinator or RN Created: November 30, 2013Revised: December 18, 2020Job SummaryResponsible for maintaining a healthy, safe and therapeutic environment for individuals served and following through on their...

  • Travel Nurse

    4 days ago

    Bowie, United States Triage Full time

    Triage is seeking an experienced General Practice Certified Nursing Assistant for an exciting Travel Nursing job in Bowie, MD. Shift: Inquire Start Date: ASAP Duration: 13 weeks Travel CNA | Bowie, MD Travel Long Term Care: Med/Surg BowieLocation:         BowieStart Date:       4/22/2024Shift Details:   12H Nights (7:00 PM-7:00...

  • Nursing Home Administrator

    2 weeks ago

    Bowie, United States Larkin Chase Center - Bowie, MD Full time

    Genesis is one of the nation's leading providers of post-acute healthcare services from short-term to long-term care and a wide variety of living options and professional clinical services. We are changing how care is delivered by bringing together people like you passionate - highly skilled and motivated to make a difference. Why Genesis? We improve the...

  • Nursing Home Administrator

    3 weeks ago

    Bowie, United States Larkin Chase Center - Bowie, MD Full time

    Genesis is one of the nation's leading providers of post-acute healthcare services from short-term to long-term care and a wide variety of living options and professional clinical services. We are changing how care is delivered by bringing together people like you passionate - highly skilled and motivated to make a difference. Why Genesis? We improve the...

  • Licensed Nursing Home Administrator

    3 weeks ago

    Bowie, United States Larkin Chase Center - Bowie, MD Full time

    Job DescriptionGenesis is one of the nation's leading providers of post-acute healthcare services from short-term to long-term care and a wide variety of living options and professional clinical services. We are changing how care is delivered by bringing together people like you passionate - highly skilled and motivated to make a difference.Why Genesis?...

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    2 weeks ago

    Bowie, United States Collington Full time

    Charts patient progress and provides updates on patient status to supervisory medical professionals and doctors; monitors resident's condition including fluid intake and outputAdministers injections, prescribed medications, clean and dress wounds and assist with other basic medical care tasksRecords resident histories; keeps physician and families aware of...

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    2 weeks ago

    Bowie, United States Collington Full time

    Charts patient progress and provides updates on patient status to supervisory medical professionals and doctors; monitors resident’s condition including fluid intake and output Administers injections, prescribed medications, clean and dress wounds and assist with other basic medical care tasks Records resident histories; keeps physician and families aware...

  • Family Practice

    2 weeks ago

    Bowie, United States The Inline Group Full time

    Family Practice physician job in Maryland : The Inline Group - Part TimeHours:Monday-Friday 7:00 AM-5:00 PMEmployedNew GraduatesAverage Patients seen: 17-22Call Schedule: Phone only: Every 4-6 weeksSign-On BonusCompensation: - Competitive salary range based on experience and productivity- Opportunity for substantial productivity bonusesBenefits: - Health,...

  • Remote Licensed Psychiatrist

    5 days ago

    Bowie, United States Headway Full time

    Mental health clinicians use Headway in a number of ways, ranging from conducting psychotherapy sessions with patients to providing and overseeing medication management.Whether you're new to private practice or already have an established practice of your own, we re excited to support you in reaching your goals!Wage: Between $106 - $269 an hourAre you a...

  • Remote Licensed Psychiatrist

    7 days ago

    Bowie, Maryland, United States Headway Full time

    Mental health clinicians use Headway in a number of ways, ranging from conducting psychotherapy sessions with patients to providing and overseeing medication management.Whether you're new to private practice or already have an established practice of your own, we re excited to support you in reaching your goalsWage: Between $106 - $269 an hourAre you a...