Program Nurse (LPN) Day Hab - West Boylston - ref. i52020019

Overview:

To advocate for all medical needs of assigned program participants focusing on optimal health for all individuals. To perform required nursing activities including medication administration, documentation and direct support.

Responsibilities:

In conjunction with Health Care Supervisor and the Assistant Vice President develop, supervise and maintain medical policies and procedures for all persons using Day Habilitation Services.

To provide direct support and training in relevant program areas to staff and participants.

Provide assistance as needed for program participants’ personal care needs including dining, toileting and transfers.

To coordinate medical services with each person’s personal physician/clinic in conjunction with residential providers and families.

To provide first aid and emergency care and triage to participants and staff within the program and provide follow-up care as designated by the physician.

To document medical needs and interventions in medical nursing notes and evaluative reports, including the participation in the Day Habilitation Support Plan process and case conferences as required.

To obtain medical reports and approval of treatment plans from the primary care physicians and maintain a confidential medical file for each participant.

Assist in case record review process as assigned.

To obtain from physicians, written orders for all medication to be given at the program.

As assigned, administer and document administration of medication given within the program.

To transport participants as assigned.

Participate in activities as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team as assigned.

Advise the Director and staff of any medical problems that may hinder a participant’s progress or that may be aggravated by activity at the program.

Complete pre-admission review of medical history and needs of prospective program participants.

To foster the growth of individuals and to treat them with respect, dignity and in an age and culturally appropriate manner.

To attend all staff meetings, clinical meetings and in-service trainings, which are designated mandatory.

To be familiar with the regulations and statues governing and insuring the human rights of program participants.

Be familiar with, and assist in the implementation of, the Seven Hills Foundation Policies & Procedures, the site’s Program Specific Policies & Procedures and the regulations governing the program.

Additional Responsibilities

To Perform additional duties as required or directed.

To provide CPR, First Aid and other pertinent training as trained and assigned.

Oversee interns, students, volunteers as assigned.

Qualifications:

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with current registration to practice in Massachusetts.