LPN

LPN

Lakewood, CO | $28.00–$32.20/hour | 36 hours/week

Are you a compassionate, motivated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) looking for meaningful work without burning out? Join DDRC, where your skills are valued, your time is respected, and your work truly changes lives.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• 36 hour work week, mainly Mon-Thurs with occasional weekend work and shared on-call responsibilities.
• Paid Winter Break – four paid holidays between December 25 and January 2
• Supportive supervision and a team that wants you to succeed
• Superior Benefits:
• • Medical Insurance: Individual coverage for only $30/month, $750 deductible, 100% coverage after deductible
  • Dental & Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with 3% employer match
  • Vacation & sick time begin accruing immediately
  • Paid holidays (including the winter break noted above)
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
  • Tuition reimbursement

About the Role

DDRC is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide nursing care and coordination for individuals in community-based settings. This role supports person-centered care, works closely with interdisciplinary teams, and ensures high-quality, compliant healthcare services outside of a traditional hospital environment.

What You'll Do

In this role, you'll provide nursing care and coordinate health services to support individuals in community-based settings. You'll partner with care teams, medical providers, and families to ensure quality care, accurate documentation, and regulatory compliance.

• Deliver nursing care, including assessments, medication coordination, and physician order implementation
• Coordinate care and communicate with providers, teams, and families
• Maintain accurate, compliant medical records
• Act as liaison with physicians, pharmacies, and other providers
• Monitor health changes and coordinate follow-up care
• Ensure timely completion of exams, consents, and orders
• Train and guide staff on medical procedures and infection control
• Support quality reviews and regulatory compliance
• Participate in on-call rotation
• Mentor and onboard new nursing staff
• Provide specialized support (e.g., G-tube care)
• Lead or assist with trainings, committees, and projects

DDRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

What We're Looking For

• Active LPN license in Colorado (or ability to obtain)
• Knowledge of medication administration and nursing standards
• Experience in developmental disabilities, home health, or similar settings preferred
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently and with a team

Who We Are

At DDRC, we are dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and supporting their families. Serving our community since 1964, DDRC has remained a cornerstone in providing essential resources, services, and advocacy to foster inclusion and opportunity for those we serve. Offering an array of services from Early Intervention to adult services including residential and employment support, our comprehensive services are designed to help individuals thrive at every stage of life. With the support of over 300 passionate staff members, DDRC remains committed to creating a community where everyone is valued, respected, and encouraged to reach their full potential.

DDRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Culture & Environment

Our team demonstrates dedication to creating an environment where individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities are supported and empowered. We are committed to ensuring every person is treated with dignity, every interaction reflects respect, and every person is offered meaningful choice in their daily lives. As a mission-driven organization, we value collaboration and long-term growth-evidenced by our impressive average employee tenure of nine years.

Ready to Join Us?

If you're looking for a rewarding role with work‑life balance, stability, and purpose, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in a career that truly matters.