LPN - Full Time Lisbon, OH

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299 Edwards Street
Youngstown, Ohio 44502 US

Easterseals of Northeast Ohio is looking for an energetic and compassionate full-time LPN to serve our clients and help make a difference at our Lisbon location. No evenings or weekends.

CORE VALUES:
Employees are committed to creating an environment that promotes health, happiness, independence, and safety by providing individuals with disabilities with increased opportunities for access, inclusion, and choice. Our decision-making is guided by our values of teamwork, client focus, empowerment and integrity

The LPN is responsible for providing nursing care for the clients in the Easterseals Adult Day Care.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:
•    Provide direct nursing care to clients in accordance with standards of licensure.
•    Assist in the facilitation of group activities as needed.
•    Assist the team with various tasks to ensure all client needs are met including but not limited to meal preparation, feeding, toileting, and transferring.
•    Assist with the client intake and admissions process as needed.
•    In collaboration with the RN, create and update care plans.
•    Assist with the implementation of care plan goals.
•    Assist the team with various tasks to ensure all client needs are met including but not limited to meal preparation, feeding, toileting, and transferring.
•    Assist with quarterly data collection and with organizing documents for audits as needed.
•    Attend care conferences.
•    Attending mandatory staff meetings and in-service training, and competency sessions as required for the position.
•    Maintains updated knowledge of regulatory standards as it relates to Medicare, CARF, ODA, ODH, VA, and other regulatory bodies as they apply to all Home and Community-Based Services.
•    Adhere to the standards of conduct, established Code of Ethics, confidentiality, privacy, and security of protected health information, and all policies and procedures of Easterseals.
•    Perform other related duties as assigne

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

•    Current, valid, unrestricted practical nursing licensure.
•    Experience in the delivery and operation of adult services preferred.  
•    Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
•    Must have proof of auto insurance.
•    A criminal background check must meet any requirements of the State of Ohio licensure for involvement in clinical programs.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES:
•    Knowledge of nursing services and ethical code of conduct associated with the State Board of Nursing.
•    Knowledge of regulatory requirements associated with state, federal, and local laws as well as CARF standards
•    Displays a high level of motivation and a self-imposed standard of excellence.
•    Ability to determine appropriate course of action in complex situations.
•    Ability to work independently, exercise creativity and sound judgment, be attentive to detail, and maintain positive interactions.         
•    Experience with software programs for client scheduling, care plans, etc.
•    Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and prioritize the scheduling of work.
•    Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in written format.
•    Ability to handle conflicts and recommend resolutions professionally.

EQUIPMENT USED:
•    General office equipment including computers and applicable software programs.  
•    Medical equipment to be utilized in the delivery of client care.
•    Operate a motor vehicle safely.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
•    Frequently requires sitting, standing, walking, bending, squatting, kneeling, and reaching.
•    Occasionally exposed to loud/noisy environments.
•    Full range of body motion, including handling and lifting of clients.
•    May be required to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds to assist in the delivery of client care

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