LPN- Full Time at Developmental Services of Dickson County – Dickson, Tennessee

General Performance

• Displays effective communication skills and unconditional positive regard toward all individuals supported and co-workers
• In conjunction with other staff, assures that Agency services enhance the rights and dignity of people
• Assists and supports individuals supported in making choices and expressing their individual preferences
• Is familiar with and adheres to all agency policies, procedures and operating guidelines
• Performs light housework at home as needed
• Consistently reports to work as scheduled , on time and remains at work for the entire shift
• Participates in scheduled meetings
• Reports any incident or suspicions of abuse, neglect, or mistreatment immediately to supervisor and/or Incident Management Coordinator and/or State Investigator.
• Helps individuals meet goals/outcomes in community and at home

Nursing Performance

• Promotes health, prevents disease, plans, implements, monitors, and coordinates healthcare services
• Assists individuals with all Activities of Daily Living, including bathing, dressing, etc.
• Assists with meal preparation and planning
• Manages medication administration according to Operating Procedures
• Administers medications and monitors adverse reactions
• Provides assistance with tube medications
• Monitors and cares for feeding tubes, including starting and stopping
• Monitors and maintains PEG site and tube care
• Takes and monitors vital signs of individuals supported
• Monitors infection control procedures and universal precautions
• Must be able to work independently
• Displays knowledge of the location of and use of emergency equipment and emergency procedures
• Accepts responsibility as evidence by successful performance of job duties and taking the initiative in performing additional tasks when the need arises
• Is able to organize time based on the needs of the individual(s) supported as evidenced by following through on assigned tasks in a smooth and effective manner and determining priorities
• Charts nursing notes as close to the time the skilled services are provided
• Is able to be reached easily via phone and return s calls promptly
• Helps provide continuity of nursing care by working extra shifts/hours as needed

Qualifications Nurse

• At least 19 years of age
• Valid driver’s license for at least 3 years, acceptable driving history and proof of auto insurance as required
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Currently licensed as a practical nurse or registered nurse in state of TN.
• Experience individualized per assignment
• Ability to maintain a sustained presence with activities throughout shift primarily on feet actively participating in a variety of activities.
• Pass a criminal history and personal background checks
• Possess good communication, written and computer skills necessary for communication and documentation.
• Ability to work cooperatively with public, service recipients and their families, and co-workers
• Ability and willingness to assist individual in activities of daily living including bathing, toileting and other self help skills
• Ability and willingness to support individuals with challenging behavior