Licensed Practical Nurse LPN - ID/DD
Company: Horizon Behavioral Heal
Location: Lynchburg
Posted on: May 14, 2022
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Job Description:
Hours: Full time (37.5 hours per week), Day and Night Shifts
available, 12.5-hour shifts, 3 days per week, with every other
weekend rotationLocation: multiple locations surrounding Lynchburg,
VA 24501competitive salary + benefitsWe value creating a safe
environment for all, where you can perform with confidence in a
safe work environment. Our team of health professionals serving
clients in Horizon's state-of-the-art homes are following strict
measures to ensure safety for all during the COVID pandemic, for
all clients and employees alike. Position Summary:The Licensed
Practical Nurse (LPN) at the Horizon Homes will manage all medical
issues with direction from the RN and Physician and ensure
physician's orders are implemented while keeping the physician and
supervisor informed of pertinent information concerning the
client's response to treatment.Required Education and
Experience:The successful completion of a course of study that
allows for licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the
state of VA is required.Two years of experience providing nursing
services as an LPN is required or an equivalent combination of
training and experience that provides the required knowledge,
skills, and abilities. Several years of experience working directly
with individuals with intellectual disabilities.Related Knowledge,
Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of the principles, procedures,
techniques, trends, and literature related to physical health and
intellectual disabilities; Knowledge of nursing best practices;
Skill to administer medications; Skill to produce, read, and relay
medical lab results; Ability to respond quickly to correct
situations deemed to be hazardous; especially to consumers; Ability
to record data and complete documentation within established
expectations; Ability to demonstrate effective communication
skills: verbally, person-to-person and through use of the
telephone, and written; Able to train staff to implement training
programs for the individuals; Ability to lift and transfer
consumers up to an average of 50 to 80 pounds; Safely assist
individuals with all aspects of physical management including
equipment use, safe lifting and physical assistance; Willing and
available to work modified schedules (weekends, holiday, etc.) as
required; Ability to drive and must possess a valid driver's
license; Regular attendance at trainings and Horizon meetings may
require travel to a variety of Horizon sites; Ability to
participate in and successfully pass behavioral intervention
training; includes both verbal de-escalation skills and physical
skills techniques to be utilized with consumers as needed. May be
called upon to travel to any Horizon worksite; transport clients,
provide services to clients at other locations.About
Horizon:Horizon Behavioral Health is located in the heart of
Central Virginia surrounded by the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains.
Whether your passions be hiking on the vast Appalachian Trials,
kayaking through the James River Blueways, or a Sunday drive along
the world-famous Blue Ridge Parkway, Lynchburg VA offers small-town
southern charm with an active culture of music festivals, outdoor
activities, and performing arts that placed it at the top of the
list by Reviews.org as the 2019 best place for millennials to move.
Horizon is also the proud recipient of the 2016 Giving Back Award,
Best Place to Work in 2018, Best of Lynchburg for Counseling
Services for multiple consecutive years, and again most recently
for 2021!We offer a generous benefits package that includes
participation in the Virginia Retirement System; life, health,
dental, and vision insurance; annual leave, sick leave and
holidays. Horizon participates in the NHSC, as well as PSLF
educational loan forgiveness programs. If you are interested in
continuing your education, working at Horizon qualifies you to
receive discounts at some local universities.To Apply - Please
visit our online career center at www.HorizonBH.orgHorizon requires
vaccination against COVID 19 with an FDA-approved or FDA-authorized
vaccine as a condition of employment, or seek an approved exemption
prior to start date. Horizon Behavioral Health is an Equal
Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Keywords: Horizon Behavioral Heal, Lynchburg , Licensed Practical Nurse LPN - ID/DD, Healthcare , Lynchburg, Virginia
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