Starting Rate: $33.00/hour

Schedule: Monday through Friday (during business hours between 7a to 5p, some flexibility offered) 

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides nursing services as defined in the LPN scope of practice and under the direction of the Residential Program Nurse.

Who We Are

At Advocates, we provide comprehensive services for people facing developmental, mental health, or other life challenges. 

We’re a nonprofit, mission-driven organization with a person-centered approach, empowering the individuals we support to make choices, build independence, and live full, meaningful lives. Our work is rooted in respect, compassion, and inclusion, and we envision a world where individual differences are appreciated and celebrated.   

At Advocates, we value the ideas, experiences, and contributions of employees and are committed to fostering a supportive, welcoming culture where everyone can grow and thrive. 

Minimum Education Required
High School Diploma/GED

Shift
First Shift

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with all aspects of medical management including physicals, referrals, prescriptions, appointments and treatments.  Provide emergency first aid in the case of a medical crisis.
• Coordinate with residents, family members, physicians, other medical providers, and site team regarding all medical care and changes in status, treatment or medication.
• Implement, oversee, document and supervise medication management in accordance with agency and funder regulations.
• Oversee direct care staff, under the direction of the Residential Program Nurse.
• Monitor and evaluate the continuity and level of care provided, devising ideas for quality improvement when needed.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, service planning meetings, resident and family meetings.