Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Rainbow Omega, Inc.

Summary
Provides nursing support and personal care services to ICF/IID residents by performing the following duties personally or through ICF/IID Resident Aides.
Duties
Serves as team “lead” on designated shift and directs at least two ICF/IID Resident Aides who assist with all aspects of ICF/IID resident care and nursing support..
Works cooperatively with ICF/IID Program Director, ICF/IID RN, ICF/IID Program Coordinator ICF/IID Activities Coordinator, and other staff to maintain efficiency and quality of resident care and support services.
Implements active care plans for each resident as directed.
Completes documentation for CFAs, IPPs or BSPs, and prepares reports, as required by licensing and certifying agencies and ROI policy.
Ensures ICF/IID Residents Aides demonstrate and/or assist residents in daily self-care practices such as personal hygiene, dressing, cooking, home maintenance, shopping, and laundry scheduling to aid independence and foster self-esteem of residents.
Assists ICF/IID Activities Coordinator in administering therapeutic activities, such as physical exercises, artistic, social and life skills training, and recreational activities, to residents.
Consults with ICF/IID/NDP Program Coordinator on any medical needs or emergencies arise.
Monitors and assists residents in administration of medication, orally or by subcutaneous or intermuscular injection, notes time and amount on residents’ charts, and monitors supply of medication as prescribed.
Observes residents and reports adverse reactions to medication or treatment to ICF/IID RN.
Performs duties requiring LPN certification such as assembling and using catheters, feeding tubes, and oxygen suppliers.
Works closely with ICF/IID/NDP RN, Program Coordinator, Dietician and other staff to help plan nutritious meals, conduct nutritional assessments, and implement special diets.
Takes residents to medical appointments as necessary.
Ensures cleanliness and safety of the home to provide pleasant living conditions and to meet requirements of the licensing entities and ROI administrative policies.
Documents all visits with relatives, outgoing calls, and other contacts made by residents.
Maintains supplies, including stocking and assisting with ordering new supplies and disposing of expired or damaged supplies.

Has a working knowledge of the ICF/IID Addendum to the ROI Operation’s Manual and complies with all rules and regulations and standards applicable to ICF/IID s.
Keeps the ICF/IID/NDP RN, ICF Program Coordinator and ICF/IID Program Director informed of any complaints, incidents or issues involving ICF/IID resident care, staff relations, or quality of service.
Receives any staff call-outs, directly at the ICF, determines if staff has legitimate reason to call out, advises staff person if call-out information is not sufficient to warrant missing their shift.
Attempts to replace staff by using the call-out process outlined in the call-out folder, which is available in each ICF.
Uses schedule and staff phone list to make an attempt to fill any empty positions, or if possible will make assignment changes to make sure there is adequate coverage for the shift.
Logs all phone calls, related to call-outs, on log sheet available in the call out folder.
Participates in appropriate ICF/IID and ROI meetings and/or committees, as requested
Agrees to remain awake and alert at all times during work hours.
Performs such other duties as assigned by the ICF/IID Program Director, ICF/IID/NDP RN, and ICF/IID Staffing Coordinator and Program Coordinator.
Supervisory Responsibilities
As team “lead” directs at least two ICF/IID Resident Aides on designated shift. Carries out limited supervisory responsibilities in accordance with ROI’s policies and applicable laws, including training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; reporting complaints and problems to the ICF/IID Program Director and ICF/IID/NDP RN,
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Leadership – Exhibits confidence in self and others; inspires and motivates others to perform well; effectively influences actions and opinions of others; accepts feedback from others; gives appropriate recognition to others.
Job Knowledge – Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding how job relates to others; uses resources effectively.
Resident Care – Knows each resident personally in order to serve his or her individual needs; manages difficult or emotional resident situations; exhibits sensitivity to the emotional needs of residents and their families; able to be flexible and to adapt to immediate needs of residents; responds promptly to resident needs; solicits resident feedback to improve service; responds to requests for services and assistance; meets commitments.
Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when handling emergencies or dealing with emotional topics.
Cooperation – Establishes and maintains effective relations; exhibits tact and consideration; offers assistance and support to co-workers; keeps others adequately informed; works cooperatively in group situations; works actively to resolve conflicts.

Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; develops realistic action plans.
Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate actions beyond guidelines; reports potential unsafe conditions; uses equipment and technology properly.
Morals and Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity; acts consistent with Christian principles; upholds organizational values; follows dress code.
Education and/or Experience
Must have an active and valid LPN license from the Alabama Department Board of Nursing. Must have a high school diploma or equivalent; prefer three years’ experience providing direct care (especially working with persons with developmental disabilities).
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Must maintain current Alabama driver’s license; Alabama licensed practical nurse (LPN) license. Must also successfully complete a criminal history record check and TB screening and complete First Aid, CPR, CPI, and OSHA Blood borne Pathogens training within 90 days from hire.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to sit, stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds on his or her own as well as lift/transfer a person with assistance, as needed. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and long distance vision. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.