Job Summary
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) plays a critical role in supporting patient care through comprehensive nursing assessments, managing health screenings, and ensuring proper medication administration and supply management. This position emphasizes patient education in areas such as health maintenance, nutrition, and safety, while adhering to established infection control protocols.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough nursing assessments and manage physical examinations.
- Administer or oversee the provision of medications.
- Keep medical supplies organized and maintain accurate medical records.
- Provide guidance to clients regarding health matters, nutrition, and medication adherence.
- Engage in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings.
- Adhere to infection control policies to promote a safe health environment.
Qualifications
- Graduation from a recognized practical nursing program.
- Possession of a valid LPN or RN license in good standing issued by the state of practice.
- Current CPR certification is mandatory.
- New graduates are encouraged to apply; while prior experience in nursing, addiction treatment, or mental health can be beneficial, it is not a prerequisite.
Gaudenzia, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
