Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Community Services Group

  • Watsontown, Pennsylvania
  • 18 days ago

    Highlights

    As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you perform nursing work in the care and treatment of 8 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and co-existing medical conditions at our Adult Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) Intermediate Care Facility (ICF), which may include physical health issues/injuries and difficulty meeting their daily living activities. Must have a valid driver’s license, good driving record, and access to a reliable vehicle to attend trainings, meetings, and/or transport individuals to appointments.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationWatsontown, Pennsylvania

    Description

    It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

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    Summary:

    As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you perform nursing work in the care and treatment of 8 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and co-existing medical conditions at our Adult Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) Intermediate Care Facility (ICF), which may include physical health issues/injuries and difficulty meeting their daily living activities.

    This Position Offers:

    - Full-Time schedule - 2nd shift-availability needed to work every other weekend.

    - A great opportunity for new LPNs or experienced nurses looking to work outside of a traditional medical office, hospital, or nursing home setting.
    - A small setting where you are able to build relationships with the individuals you support.
    - The ability to work 1 on 1 with individuals.
    - The opportunity to attend community outings with individuals and teammates.

    CSG’s Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD/ASD) Services is excited to offer a 2 week paid orientation for this position. Orientation includes the necessary foundational training needed before providing services in the programs and sets you up for a successful career at CSG. Orientation is held in-person at our Mountville, Williamsport, and Bethlehem offices. Mileage reimbursement is provided for orientation related travel.

    Wage Information:

    Starting wage is $31.00 per hour.

    Job Description:

    • Evaluate, observe, and assess individuals' physical health conditions.
    • Work with and coordinate care with pharmacy, physicians, and other health care providers.
    • Assist individuals with any treatments prescribed by physician.
    • Ensure individuals receive error free medication at prescribed times.
    • Educate individuals on medication, physical health, psychiatric health, nutrition, and selfcare.
    • Educate coworker's on any needed physical health matter for consistency in care.
    • Train staff to correctly carryout physician's orders.
    • Provide medication/health teaching as needed.
    • Provide First/Aid/Acute care as needed.
    • Schedule and attend individuals' medical appointments.
    • Provide direct care as needed.

    Qualifications:

    • A valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of Pennsylvania.
    • Willingness to accompany individuals into the community and provide support and assistance in interactions while maintaining sensitivity to the rights and dignity of the individual.
    • Ability to work flexible hours to meet individual's and program's needs.
    • Must have a valid driver’s license, good driving record, and access to a reliable vehicle to attend trainings, meetings, and/or transport individuals to appointments.

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    CSG Offers Superior Perks & Benefits:

    • Medical, Dental, Prescription, & Vision Insurance available for employees, spouses, domestic partners, & dependents who qualify.

    • Generous Paid Time Off & Other Paid Leave

    • Extensive Paid Training

    • Career Development Opportunities

    • Flexible Pay Options through myFlexPay

    • Family Medical and Parental Leave

    • Flexible spending accounts for medical & dependent care

    • Traditional or Roth 401K Plans with up to 4% employer match

    • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

    • Life Insurance

    • Wellness Opportunities

    • Tuition Assistance

    • Mentor/Mentee Opportunities


    Health Insurance & Benefits availability will vary.

    Make a positive impact not only in someone else's life but in your own life by becoming a valued member of the CSG Team!

    Community Services Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and values a diverse, inclusive workforce.

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