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LPN/RN (On Call) (Baltimore, MD)

at in On Call Baltimore, MD

Apply online at www.arrow.org/heart/Career-Opportunities.html or fax resume to 410-497-1009.
Arrow Child & Family Ministries, a Christian human services ministry, serves and strengthens children, families and communities by providing homes and services for living a whole and meaningful life.
In 1992 Arrow Child & Family Ministries was conceived with one vision, to ensure that children and families have access to effective and caring resources for their lives. Today, our vision remains the same. We, at Arrow Child & Family Ministries, are committed to promoting and enhancing the positive growth of children and families through preventive, supportive, and therapeutic services.
We are currently seeking to fill the following position: LICENSE PRACTICE NURSE - PRN
SUMMARY
The Licensed Practical Nurse provides direct care to residents as ordered by consulting physicians.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING
Other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Provides health assessment of each child for general health maintenance, evaluation of illness and injury and any necessary follow up care.
Administers medications and treatment as prescribed by the attending physician.
Communicates with outside referral sources, providers, parents/guardians, and insurance companies.
Provides accurate documentation of illness, injuries and other nursing related issues.
Obtains lab specimens as needed.
Administers immunizations and TB testing of children.
Administers and reads tuberculosis testing of staff, if required.
Participates on Treatment Teams of children.
Conducts medical assessments on child(ren) in safety hold, as indicated.
Collects nursing department data and generates reports as requested by the Director of Nursing.
Monthly monitoring of resident childrenÃ¢Â€Â™s BMI, heights, weights, and vital signs.
Transcribes orders, maintains supplies, and administers medications and procedures documenting accordingly.
Completes admissions screenings and documents accordingly.
Triages, schedules, and assists with doctor examinations as necessary.
Assists with the training of staff in various areas; medication management, CPR, and first aid.
Participates in team meetings.
Attends trainings and meetings as required.
Shares/transmits the mission and vision of Arrow Child & Family Ministries to staff and to clients and families served.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION, LICENSURE AND/OR EXPERIENCE
High School diploma or GED with current MD Board of Nursing license as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and at least two (2) years experience.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the ministry.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to apply basic mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical solutions.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one or two-step instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with occasional variables.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test.
Must submit to and pass random drug tests during employment.
Must successfully pass all background screens as required by the state.
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, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may have occasional contact with cleaning solvents, aromatics and nuisance dusts.
Other physical requirements specific to this job:
Required to stand up to 5 hours a day
Occasionally required to lift/carry up to 50 lbs.
Occasionally required to push/pull up to 50 lbs.
Frequently required to climb stairs
Occasionally required to bend, stoop, kneel and/or crouch
Key: Constantly: (67-100%) 6-8 hours Frequently: (34-66%) 4-6 hours Occasionally: (0-33%) 1-3 hours
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Location: Baltimore, MD
Compensation: Commensurate with experience
This is a part-time job.
This is at a non-profit organization.
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