Licensed Practical Nurse/Care Giver - Full-time / Part-time

Licensed Practical Nurse/Care Giver Primary Location: NJ-NJBudd Lake-41 Indian Springs Rd Function: Clinical Organization: Redwood Description

• Provides consultation, guidance, training and supervision to staff to ensure the effective implementation of medically related services as prescribed per program, physician or specialist plans, service plan and/or state regulatory standards as license permits.
• Participates in the development and implementation of service plans and supervises inconjunction with the physicians, the medical components of the plan.
• Provides technical assistance to Mentor staff regarding the medical care issues, along with operation and maintenance of durable medical equipment.
• Reviews medication error forms, analyzes errors and makes recommendations for procedural changes.
• Provides input regarding health care services to be included in each individual's service plans.
• Monitors and ensures follow through of all medical and dental appointments in conjunction with management.
• Conducts quality assurance checks on the health care records and tracks immunization for consumers.
• Completes health assessments and nursing care plans according to program requirements.
• Implements programs regarding toxic chemical storage in conjunction with management.
• Coordinates, organizes and/or assists with household activities such as light housekeeping and meal preparation, as required.
• Transports individuals receiving services to planned and/or necessary activities and appointments, as required.
• Maintains confidentiality, respects human rights and practices universal precautions in accordance with The MENTOR Network policy.
• Actively attends and participate in team meetings, conferences and field supervision.
• Performs other duties as required

Hours: Flex Scheduling; 10 hours per home per month in Stanhope, Great Meadows, and Hackettstown, NJ