Residential Instructor
Company: Community Residences
Location: Plymouth
Posted on: August 8, 2022
Job Description:
Job Description Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
ResidentialDepartment: Adult ServicesReports To: Works directly
under the supervisions of the RN/Designee and Residential Program
Manager Essential Job Functions Working under the direction of the
program Registered Nurse and Program Manager is responsible to
manage the health, safety and well being of developmentally
disabled residents in residential facilities during their
shift.
- Reports directly to the program or on-call RN:
- Any change in client's condition.
- A new or changed medication order prior to implementation.
- A new order or a change in treatment prior to
implementation.
- Any and all medical issues.
- Physical Demands: Must be able to lift and transfer 70 – 75
pounds. Work is active and performed inside and outside of the
home.
- Create a nurturing, positive learning environment and develop
strategies to help the clients cope effectively with social,
emotional and physical situations of daily living and facilitate
independent performance in these areas.
- Implement Individual Plan of Service based on the
interdisciplinary team's identification of clients' individual
needs. Record data on all identified teaching strategies, report
client's progress, needs and any barriers impending progress.
Maintain and document awareness of current annual IP and quarterly
reviews on each client.
- Monitor medical, physical and behavioral changes in individuals
on a daily basis. Clearly document any issues in client's files
using the DAR formula for charting and report to DDS as
required.
- Administer medications at prescribed times, according to
medication administration policies. Document administration of
medication according to policy. Report all errors of medication
administration or documentation according to Policy 929.
- Follow written dietary plans for each client. Assist with the
preparation of meals and purchasing of supplies.
- Maintain cleanliness and performs housekeeping duties both
inside and outside of the home and vehicle including; cleaning
bathrooms, kitchens and congregate living spaces. Duties to include
dusting, vacuuming, trash removal and laundry.
- Maintain clients' right to privacy and adhere to CRI's
confidentiality policy.
- Conduct oneself in a professional manner when interacting with
supervisors, coworkers, consultants, families and members of the
community.
- Take clients to a variety of community based outings with the
use of an agency vehicle.
- Perform other work related duties as assigned by the immediate
supervisor and / or other management as required.
- In an emergency medical issue with the agency, the LPN may be
required to assist in other Programs.
- Familiarize oneself with CRI policies and procedures, ensuring
compliance with same.
- Participate in training opportunities (in-service training,
staff meetings, conferences, etc.), as required; maintain all
required training per agency policy and DDS regulatory requirement.
Job Requirements
- Must possess a valid CT driver's license, be able to drive own
and agency vehicles and have a good driving record.
- Must have reliable transportation.
- Must have one year experience working as an LPN or have
successfully completed CRI's LPN-in-training program.
- Education: Must have a high school diploma or a GED. Must be a
graduate of an accredited LPN program. Must have a current CT LPN
license. Employee must submit copies of the current license
annually to CRI.
- Training: Valid CT LPN license. Employee must submit copies of
the current license annually. Medical training is on-going and
in-servicing includes, but is not limited to, OSHA and CPR
recertification. Additionally, LPN's may be required to participate
in training and in-servicing of Residential Instructors as needed.
Other Qualifications:
- Possess good to excellent oral and written communication
skills.
- Demonstrate thoroughness and follow through on daily work
assignments.
- Display motivation and interest in improving quality of life
for population served.
- Demonstrate and maintain an optimistic attitude, patience and
compassion for and with the population served.
- Demonstrate the ability to organize and prioritize medical
responsibilities with direct care responsibilities to
completion.
- Previous experience in the DD field preferred but not
required.
- Previous experience as a CNA or HHA preferred but not required.
Sat 2PM-10PM, Sun-Mon 2PM-9PM22
Keywords: Community Residences, New England , Residential Instructor, Education / Teaching , Plymouth, Northeast
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