lpn - Omaha, United States - Duet

Description

Job Title
Duet, LPN

Hours Required
40

Job Description and Hours
The LPN provides nursing care to the individuals served as prescribed by the physician or registered nurse. Performs the functions of a Licensed Practical Nurse in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating under direct supervision of the Charge Nurse. Is responsible for complying with regulations established by the Nebraska Nurse Practice Act and Duet and ENHSA policies and procedures.
Our Uncompromising Mission: To empower adults with intellectual or Developmental Disabilities to live life to the fullest through assisting with the activities of daily living.

Unlock your potential with Duet.

About Us: Duet is a well-established nonprofit organization operating in the Greater Omaha area. Our mission is to empower adults with developmental disabilities to live life to its fullest. We assist in the activities of daily living, provide community engagement opportunities, job coaching and life skills training, as well as skilled nursing care as needed.

Job Description: As an LPN with Duet, you will be responsible for overseeing the skilled nursing care of 6 adults with developmental disabilities in a residential setting. This is your opportunity to really connect with your patients and develop a meaningful one-on-one relationship with the individuals served You will also supervise the CNAs on your shift.

Full-TimeLPN Position

Passion for people. Desire to help. Inspiring others to live a fulfilling life. That is what we are looking for in our employees. Does this sound like you?

A Day in the Life:

• Build relationships by providing skilled nursing care for 6 adults with developmental disabilities (DD)
  
• Supervise 2-3 CNAs on your shift
  
• Assist with activities of daily living
  
• Assess, plan, and implement the care of individuals served
  
• Administering medications as needed
  
• Documenting behaviors and implementing behavioral plans
  

For the safety of those we serve, we ask that you have the following:

• State of NE LPN license
  
• A valid Driver's License in good standing
  
• Experience working with the DD population preferred (not required)
  
• Be able to pass a physical (including lifting 70 pounds) and a drug screen
  
• Passion about our mission and the individuals we serve
  
• Demonstrated good work ethic and reliability
  

What Makes us Special:

• Truly rewarding nonprofit experience in health & human services field
• On-The-Job (OJT) training with mentor programs
• 100% employer-paid single coverage health insurance (medical, dental and vision are paid by the company for every employee) after a 90-day waiting period
• Company-paid Short-Term-Disability & Long-Term Disability
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Casual Dress
• 12 days Paid Vacation & 12 days Paid Sick Time (24 days total)
• 11 paid holidays
• Pension & Retirement Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement