Job Description
Job Description
Salary : $30.00 - $35.00 per hour
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Adult Day Program
Location : Stockbridge, Georgia
Schedule : MondayFriday, 8 : 00 AM 3 : 00 PM
A New Well, Inc.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides nursing care and clinical oversight to individuals enrolled in the Adult Day Program, in accordance with the Plan of Care, DBHDD Community Standards, DCH / Medicaid regulations, HFRD guidelines, and under supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN) / Clinical Director. The LPN ensures the health, safety, dignity, and well-being of each client while upholding A New Well, Inc.s mission, philosophy, policies, and procedures.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
(In accordance with DBHDD & DCH requirements)
Clinical Care & Health Services
The LPN may provide the following services, as permitted by Georgia LPN scope of practice and the Plan of Care :
- Gastrostomy Care (G-Tube / J-Tube) : maintenance, feeding, and medication administration
- Specialized wound care and dressing changes
- Medication administration, monitoring, injections, and documentation
- Tube feedings (bolus or continuous)
- Measuring intake / output and hydration monitoring
- Vital signs and routine health assessments
- Nebulizer treatments / MDI inhaler administration
- Oxygen administration via tank or concentrator
- Ventilator alarm checks and functional monitoring (as permitted in non-invasive settings)
- Catheter care and monitoring
- Ostomy / stoma care, bag changes
- Specimen collection for lab analysis
- Observing, identifying, and reporting changes in condition
- Monitoring for adverse reactions, side effects, and medication tolerance
- Supporting ADLs within the scope of LPN practice as needed
Regulatory & Documentation Responsibilities
Complete electronic progress notes that meet DBHDD, DCH / Medicaid, and agency documentation standardsConduct clinical record reviews as assignedDocument supervisory observations, medication administration, and skilled nursing tasksCommunicate all pertinent changes in a clients condition to the RN / Clinical Director immediatelyEnsure services delivered match the Individual Service Plan / Plan of CareMaintain compliance with DBHDD incident reporting procedures when applicablePromote HIPAA confidentiality and secure handling of protected health informationEnsure all clinical actions align with Georgia Board of Nursing scope requirementsPerson-Centered & Family Support
Provide education to the client and / or responsible party about medical care, treatment plans, and health managementRespect cultural, personal, and religious needsCommunicate effectively and professionally with families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team membersQuality, Safety, & Compliance
Perform all client care with an emphasis on safety, infection control, and error preventionParticipate in interdisciplinary team conferences and care reviewsMaintain professional competency through continuing educationSupport emergency preparedness protocols (DBHDD & internal)Follow Adult Day Program rules, RN directives, and agency safety guidelinesSKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Current Georgia LPN license in good standingCurrent CPR / First Aid certificationStrong interpersonal and customer service skillsHigh level of patience, empathy, and professionalismExcellent communication : verbal, written, and electronic documentationAbility to work effectively in a team environmentStrong clinical judgment and problem-solving skillsDetailed understanding of DBHDD & DCH service standardsAbility to lift, transfer, or support clients as neededComfortable working with elderly adults and individuals with developmental disabilities or chronic medical needsEMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
To ensure safety and regulatory compliance, employees in clinical roles must meet the following conditions :
National & State Background Check (as required by state law)Drug ScreeningTB EvaluationAnnual Influenza VaccinationCOVID-19 Vaccination and / or Weekly TestingCurrent professional licensure and continuing educationAnnual competency evaluationsExemptions permitted ONLY with documented medical contraindications or approved religious accommodation.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO)
A New Well, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any protected category under federal or state law.
APPLICATION DISCLOSURE
Due to the high volume of applications, A New Well, Inc. cannot provide individual status updates. Selected candidates will be contacted for next steps.
The position may close at any time once a qualified applicant pool is identified.