Licensed Practical Nurse
Benchmark

Job Info

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Join Benchmark Human Services and positively impact the lives of other people who are just like you! Benchmark is a national leader in providing programs to individuals with disabilities and mental illness. We are seeking a qualified and caring person to work as a Direct Care LPN in Vineland, NJ.

*Current LPN openings consist of Friday-Saturday 3p,-11pm, 11pm-7am.

*Hazard Pay due to COVID-19 is available until the end of March

Responsibilities:

Perform duties such as recording temperature, weight and blood pressure.

Complete specialized individual direct care and treatment such as tube feedings, care of the feeding site, tracheostomy care as well as some injections.

Provide assistance required by individuals to ensure adequate standards of health care administer medication, personal hygiene, proper nutrition, overall care, and participation of preferred activities.

Assist individuals with doctor appointments and community activities as permitted.

Chart residents care, treatment measures including documentation through an internal system.

Function as a liaison and advocate for the individuals served when dealing with physicians.

Consult with pharmacist and follow up as needed.

Complete monthly paperwork of individuals served health care needs.

Monitor the medical files of individuals served to ensure that all documentation is

present and correct.

Attend mandatory Nurses' Meetings as assigned.

Comply with all standards to assure the health and safety of individuals served.

Will perform all duties necessary to meet state approved objectives, including the requirement that the employee cooperate with staff from the Department of Human Services (DHS), the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) in any inspection or investigation.

Remain current in training offered by DDD (CPR/SFA) as well as those offered by Benchmark.

Ensure the health, safety and respect of individuals served.

Reports to work as scheduled.

Order medical supplies on a monthly basis for individuals served.

Qualifications :

Active New Jersey LPN license

Valid New Jersey driver's license

Valid auto insurance

Criminal background clearance

Clearance through Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities, N.J.A.C. 10:44D

Experience with G-tubes and Trachs

Experience in Community Nursing

Experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and/or mental illness.

Benchmark Human Services is an EOE/AAP Employer. Veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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