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BrightSpring Health Services

LVN / LPN

BrightSpring Health Services, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828

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Sacramento, California (US-CA-SACRAMENTO) Position

LVN / LPN – Part-Time Salary Range

USD $34.00 per hour Overview

Works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Duties include providing routine care, general observation of client's health status, assisting the RN and physician in treatments, and communicating with clients and their families/guardians. Reports changes in condition and/or additional client needs to supervisor. Responsibilities

Communicates health/nursing needs and/or recommendations to RN supervisor Coordinates admissions, discharges, and follow-up as needed Assists in medical/health appointments as needed Ensures the provision of nursing/health services under the direction of the RN and as ordered by the physician, providing direct care as outlined in the Service Plan/Nursing Care Plan Takes and records vital signs, weights, wound measurements, etc., identifies trends outside of parameters or in need of attention, and communicates to RN/physician Reports pertinent information and changes in individual health status to attending physician/health professionals and to the team as needed in a timely manner Ensures the provision of needed adaptive equipment Medication Administration:

Administers medications, verifying the correct medications are administered (per the six 'rights' of medication administration), and that client's response to medications is noted and documented along with any noted side effects Works closely with home/facility/pharmacy staff in consulting on psychotropic medications, side effects, and medication reviews Orders, reviews, monitors, and discontinues medications as ordered by physician; disposes of unused medication per policy Assures that monthly Medication Administration Records (MAR's) are accurately transcribed in each individual's record Checks the medication cabinet on a weekly basis to ensure medications are administered as ordered, appropriately documented on the MAR, and that missed medications are documented, with required follow-up occurring Returns completed med cards at the end of each month, along with expired and unused medications as applicable Checks program/service areas on a frequent but not less than a monthly basis to ensure the necessary medical/nursing/medication supplies are available and in ample supply

Reports client illness, potential communicable diseases or infections and works closely with RN, direct care staff, other programmatic and health care professionals, and family to maintain a safe environment for clients and staff; implements isolation precautions as needed Ensures health status, care and services are documented accurately and timely per company and state requirements Provides supervision and education for non-licensed staff in the provision of care and services and reports any changes Complete a quarterly nursing evaluation/review of body systems on assigned individuals per program requirements, referring to physician any assessment findings needing further review Ensures incidents are recorded, the individual is safe, receives required medical care, and communicates to RN and operations leadership in a timely manner Participates in clinics completed at the operation with PCP, psych, etc. as assigned Participates in on-call duties to ensure weekend and after-hours access to clinicians by staff and individuals served (participates in on-call rotation as assigned) Participates in quarterly quality improvement activities, weekly team/staff meetings, and Interdisciplinary Team meetings (IDT/PDP), transcribes physician phone orders and other medically related reports Work hours may vary – weekends and evening shifts/visits may be required Qualifications

Education:

Completion of a state-approved training program (e.g., diploma, associate's degree, etc., per state requirement). Must be a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN or LVN) in good standing CPR certification Must have at least 6 months of direct nursing experience Experience in providing services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities, or related disorders preferred Valid driver's license, with a satisfactory driving record, as defined by ResCare's vehicle policy Must have the ability to use a computer utilizing company documentation systems Ability to communicate (verbally and written) with all levels of personnel, internal and external to the company About our Line of Business

ResCare Community Living, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, has five decades of experience in the disability services field, providing support to individuals who need assistance with daily living due to an intellectual, developmental, or cognitive disability. We provide a comprehensive range of high‑quality services, including community living, adult host homes for adults regardless of disability, behavioral/mental health support, in‑home pharmacy solutions, telecare and remote support, supported employment and training programs, and day programs. For more information, please visit www.rescarecommunityliving.com. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.

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