Salida LPN
Company: Starpoint
Location: Salida
Posted on: August 7, 2022
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Job Description:
BENEFITS: Employees receive Paid Personal Time Off. Full-time
employees receive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance benefits at
a minimal cost to the employee; 100% employer-paid short-term
disability, group term life, and AD/D insurance. Employees and
their immediate family members are offered access to our, 100%
employer-paid Employee Assistance Program. Matching 401k.
POSITION SUMMARY : Responsible for assuring thoroughness and
efficiency of medical services for Starpoint Salida residential
programs. Be available for consultation on all medical concerns (if
possible). Provide in-service training regarding medication
administration management and other medically related areas. Review
activities of staff involved in the health care of those we serve
involved in Starpoint programs.
Description
Job Title: LPN Health Care Professional
Location: Salida Adult Services
Reports To: Agency RN
FLSA: Exempt
Position Type: Part-Time Regular 20 - 29 hours per week
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES :
Assure Quality Assurance for all medical procedures/medication
administration Management.
Assist with compliance with Department of Human Services and
Department of Health rules and regulations.
Be available for all Department of Health and Division
inspections.
Assist all facilities with OSHA regulations and compliance.
Be available for a phone consultation (if possible).
Participate and/or coordinate with members of the support teams
through the IP process. Periodic review as needed to determine the
progress toward health goals and the effectiveness of supports and
services provided.
Coordinate and/or provide training to the residential staff for any
identified health services and support for those we serve.
Meet with staff on a regular basis and as needed to provide
training, guidance, and advice to meet persons receiving services'
health needs.
Follow-up on any extensive medical care needed by those we
serve.
Assure that medical care seems appropriate and reevaluate if
necessary.
Strictly adhere to all policies/procedures relating to
confidentiality.
Other duties as assigned.
Transport consumers in own or company vehicles as necessary and/or
required.
Assist with or develop protocols and Care Plans
Be the agency representative for Human Rights Committee
Follow-up on all agency GERs that involve medical issues
Provide support and guidance for Medical DSPs
QUALIFICATIONS: Current, valid State of Colorado Licensed Practical
Nurse license. Current CPR certification. Prefer experience in a
clinical setting (nursing home, hospital, or group home.)
PERSONAL SKILLS:
Ability to work independently and make decisions.
Ability to communicate effectively with other staff and members of
the general medical community.
Ability to plan ahead to meet medical needs.
Dependability.
Ability to organize time and to work effectively.
Ability to quickly assess apparent serious medical conditions and
follow up with treatment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Might be required to carry 50 pounds;
push/pull 100+ pounds; lift heavy objects; stand 4+ hours per day;
walk 4+ hours per day, etc.
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Keywords: Starpoint, Aspen , Salida LPN, Healthcare , Salida, Colorado
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