What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position at The Mentor Network?
Everybody needs a job but only extraordinary people work here. Our team is fun, creative, and dedicated to making a difference every day in the lives of the people we serve. The heart of what we do is support and serves people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities of all ages. As a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LPN) with Sevita Health, you’ll be one of these extraordinary people.
This LPN supports individuals we serve in a beautiful 5 bed Adult Residential Facility for Persons with Special Healthcare Needs (ARFPSHN) , who are exiting the Developmental Center or similar type living environment. We seek a passionate LPN who can provide clinical care to persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. In this role you will utilize your LPN skills to carry out each individual’s health care plan while providing direct care with the support of an RN, MD and Program Director. There are two homes, one is located in Santa Ynez and the other in Solvang.
Essential Job Functions:
- Provides technical assistance and training to staff to ensure the effective implementation of medically related services
- Administers medications and provides documentation according to established guidelines
- Provides input regarding health care services to be included in each individual’s service plan
- Monitors and ensures physicians orders are performed as prescribed
- Responsible for following nursing care plans according to program requirements
What we require of you:
- Current LPN certification in good standing with the state of California and one year of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Ability to carry out medical services to meet the on-going needs of individuals served
- Ability to communicate effectively with individual’s families, health care team and leadership
- Access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance
- Must pass background investigation that includes FBI/DOJ fingerprint check
What we offer you:
- On-the-job training including career development and advancement
- Family-oriented, rewarding work environment, casual dress, meaningful relationships with your co-workers and the individuals we serve
- Employee discounts; fun employee events, time off & holiday pay
- Dynamic work environment, no day is ever the same as the next
- Access to jobs throughout the nation-wide Network located in 36 states
Do you have nursing experience and are looking for a meaningful change in your work life? Leverage your education and skill set with Sevita Health to make an impact in people’s lives. Join our dedicated, dynamic and fast growing team today!
Bring the right attitude; we’ll train you for success!
EOE/AAE