NURSE/LPN

Envision Unlimited is a large non-profit agency committed to providing services for adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities and/or mental illness. We emphasize quality services that promote choice, independence, and community integration. Through the collaborative efforts of an interdisciplinary team, our members receive person-centered services aimed at improving the functionality and practical application of social, financial, and emotional skills. In addition, we work to build partnerships with our community to enrich the lives of our members by creating lasting opportunities that will strengthen relationships for a lifetime. Our programs include, but are not limited to, ABA Therapy for Children, Community Day Program, Community Living, Mental Health, Employment and Career Services, and Foster Care.

Summary

The Nurse/LPN at Envision Unlimited plays a crucial role in assessing and providing for the medical, health, and safety needs of clients in the assigned community living program(s). Under the guidance of a licensed registered nurse, the Nurse/LPN conducts client assessments, documents medical needs and interventions, monitors medication regimes, and communicates with program directors, medical personnel, and others as necessary. This role is essential in ensuring the well-being and quality of care for our clients. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform onsite client assessments and training, as required.
• Document specific client medical needs and interventions, including client progress notes as needed.
• Monitor aspects of client medication regimes, review medication records, orders, and bubble packs, and review MARs.
• Review client medical records on a monthly basis or more frequently if necessary.
• Develop interventions designed to allow staff to meet the specific needs of the clients.
• Communicate regularly with Program Directors, CLS Administrators, Division Director, Client’s Physicians, and other medical personnel.
• Attend client staffing's and present nursing notes as requested.
• Conduct staff training and skills observations on an ongoing basis.
• Assist in the facilitation of the client’s hospitalization via admission, discharge/after care planning with visits to the hospital as requested.

Other Responsibilities

• Provide staff development and training in the areas of health and safety and other related medical subjects.
• Attend and participate in Agency and other in-service programs.
• Participate on Division and/or Agency-wide committees, as assigned.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

No supervisory responsibilities.

Assesses and provides for the medical, health, and safety needs of the clients in the assigned community living program(s), under the guidance of a licensed registered nurse.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION, SKILLS, and/or EXPERIENCE

• Must have a current license from the State of Illinois as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• CPR Certification.
• Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Two years of clinical nursing experience, preferably with 1 year working with the developmental disabilities population.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands 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, physical requirements may include standing, walking, and sitting; seeing; hearing and listening; clear speech; dexterity and use of hands and fingers.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment described here is representative of that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. The work environment may include any or all of the following: working alone; working with others, verbal contact with others, and face-to-face contact.

Envision Unlimited offers competitive salaries and a generous benefit package to our professionals:

Blue Cross/Blue Shield Medical Coverage: HMO, PPO

Dental and Vision Insurance Options

Company paid Life and LTD Insurance

Voluntary plans (Pet insurance, AD&D, Life, Critical Illness, Short Term Disability)

11 Paid Holidays

Paid vacation, sick time and personal days

403B plan

In house training and CEU’s

Employee Assistance Network

Support for pursuing clinical licensure (financial and time off)

Opportunity for career growth & development

Envision Unlimited provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.