LPN - Kansas City MO

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Department: Residential Services/Detention County Funded Non-Exempt Pay Grade: 111 Hourly Pay Rate: $26.99 POSITION PURPOSE AND EXAMPLES OF WORK: To provide and perform advanced and professional social services work including conciliation services and parent awareness instruction: assist in, program development and coordination of resource services activities within the family court judicial process. MAJOR TASK STATEMENTS & REPRESENTATIVE ACTIVITIES: Percentage of time 25% Perform physicals, standard testing, and triage medical complaints. Conduct general medical assessments of youth which involves taking vital signs, administering screenings, administering, and interpreting tests (such as urinalysis and TB), and developing health history. Assess specific medical illness, complaint, injury, or need of youth to determine condition, which may involve examinations. Administer medication, and/or care and treatment in accordance with approved nursing techniques, which may involve referral to a physician, hospital, or clinic. Order and monitor medical supplies, equipment, and medication. Travel to hospitals, or clinics for test results, prescriptions, and other matters. Keep abreast of public health requirements and current medical trends and developments. 25% Administer and document medication distribution. Maintain all documentation associated with medication administration. Order medications from pharmacies, and per physician's orders. Prepare and maintain health histories and all related medical records. Provide Medication Aide Certification training to ensure competency of staff to administer and document medications, recognize adverse reactions, etc. May package and dispense prescription medication. 25% Coordinate medical services with physicians, parents, and Case Management Officers. Confer with physicians, hospital staff, and other health professionals regarding youth's health and coordinate all aspects of health care needs. Discuss health care needs or medical condition of youth with parents/guardians, and Case Management Officers, to ensure proper follow-up care and medical concerns/interventions. 15% Schedule and prepare for medical clinics with physicians. Schedule medical appointments and clinics, and assist physicians during treatment or examination. SUPERVISION OF: None. SUPERVISION BY: Facility Manager, or Assistant Facility Manager. SERVICE RESPONSIBILITY: INTERNAL: Provide medical certification, first aid, CPR, and standard precautions/bloodborne pathogens training to staff. Monitor for re-certification training. EXTERNAL: Provide medical services to youth. Responds to requests for a range of services/products. PRIMARY EQUIPMENT, TOOLS & MATERIALS USED: Telephone, computer, keyboard and printer, court orders, various brochures and publications, case files, statistical data, computer-generated and handwritten forms and reports, personal vehicle, and cell phone. MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Education above the minimum stated may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required general experience; experience above the minimum stated may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education. EDUCATION: Graduate of an approved School of Professional necessary to obtain an LPN license as stated under special requirements. EXPERIENCE: 6 months of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse in a clinical setting. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Minimum age requirement is 25 years old. Current state Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) licensure. Must have the ability to attain valid certification to instruct in first aid/CPR procedures and medical certification, and provide proof of such. Must submit to and pass sex offender registry check, and MO/KS child abuse & neglect checks. Must submit to and pass a criminal background check as prescribed by the Court. All applicants for this position are subject to testing for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Employees in this position are subject to random and reasonable suspicion testing for illegal drug use. Final employment offer is dependent on successfully passing a physical exam and physical abilities performance testing. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of modern principles, practices, methods, and techniques of the nursing profession. Ability to relate to and counsel youth with behavioral problems. Ability to make appropriate medial assessments of adolescent youth. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to read handwritten or small printed words. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally, and in writing. Ability to relate in a positive fashion to individuals from a variety of cultural, economic, and ethnic backgrounds. Ability to maintain professionalism during a crisis. JOB ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed within a secured, or non-secured facility. Possible travel to area hospitals, labs, or other locations. Subject to youth whose behavior is volatile and potentially violent. (This job description does not include specific physical requirements necessary to perform the job, such as, carrying, standing and lifting. Such requirements vary from position to position and may be determined by the appointing authority.) THE COURT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Created: 2024-10-19