LVN​/LPN

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Works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Duties include providing routine care, general observation of client’s health status, assisting the RN and physician in treatments and communicating with clients and their families/guardians. Reports changes in condition and/or additional client needs to supervisor.

• Communicates health/nursing needs and/or recommendations to RN supervisor.
• Coordinates admissions, discharges, and follow-up as needed.
• Assists in medical/health appointments as needed.
• Ensures the provision of nursing/health services under the direction of the RN and as ordered by the physician, provides direct care as outlined in the Service Plan/Nursing Care Plan.
• Takes and records vital signs, weights, wound measurements, etc. Identifies trends outside of parameters, or in need of attention and communicates to RN/physician.
• Reports pertinent information and changes in individual health status to attending physician/health professionals and the team as needed in a timely manner.
• Ensures the provision of needed adaptive equipment.
• Administers medications, verifying the correct medications are administered (per the six “rights”) and that client’s response to medications is noted and documented along with any side effects; works closely with home/facility/pharmacy staff in consulting on psychotropic medications, side effects, and medication reviews.
• Orders, reviews, monitors, and discontinues medications as ordered by physician; disposes of unused medication per policy.
• Assures that monthly Medication Administration Records (MARs) are accurately transcribed in each individual’s record.
• Checks the medication cabinet weekly to ensure medications are administered as ordered, documented on the MAR, and missed medications are documented and required follow-up occurs.
• Returns completed med cards at the end of each month, along with expired and unused medications as applicable.
• Checks program/service areas monthly to ensure medical supplies are available and in ample supply.
• Reports client illness, potential communicable diseases or infections and works closely with RN, direct care staff, other programmatic and health care professionals, and family in maintaining a safe environment; implements isolation precautions as needed.
• Ensures health status, care and services are documented accurately and timely per company and state requirements.
• Provides supervision and education for non-licensed staff and reports changes.
• Completes quarterly nursing evaluation/review of body systems on assigned individuals per program requirements; refers to physician any assessment findings needing further review.
• Ensures incidents are recorded, the individual is safe, receives required medical care, and communicates to RN and operations leadership timely.
• Participates in clinics completed at the operation with PCP, psych, etc.; on‑call duties to ensure weekend and after‑hours access to clinicians per rotation.
• Participates in quarterly quality improvement activities, weekly team/staff meetings and Interdisciplinary Team meetings (IDT/PDP); transcribes physician phone orders and other medical reports.
• Work hours may vary – weekends and evening shifts/visits may be required.

• Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN or LVN, per state licensure requirements) in good standing.
• Completion of a state‑approved training program (diploma, associate’s degree, etc. per state requirements).
• CPR certification.
• At least 6 months of direct nursing experience.
• Experience in providing services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities or related disorders preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record per Res Care’s vehicle policy.
• Ability to use a computer and complete company documentation systems.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with all levels of personnel, internal and external to the company.

Res Care Community Living, an affiliate of Bright Spring Health Services, has five decades of experience in the disability services field, supporting individuals with intellectual, developmental, or cognitive disabilities. Comprehensive services include community living, adult host homes, behavioral/mental health support, in‑home pharmacy solutions, telecare, remote support, supported employment and training programs, and day programs. For more information, visit

USD $25.00 / Hour

Seniority level:
Entry level |

Employment type:

Full‑time | Job function:
Health Care Provider | Industries:
Hospitals and Health Care