Part-time lpn | residential nursing | wednesday & thursday 7 am to 7 pm

Job Details:

Job Location: Elfindale - Springfield, MO

Salary Range: $28.00 Hourly, Starting Pay: $28.00/hour | Experience Pay Available!

Part-Time | Wednesdays & Thursdays | 7:00 AM–7:00 PM

Make a Difference as a Licensed Practical Nurse

Are you an LPN looking for meaningful work where you can use your nursing skills while building genuine relationships with the people you support? The Arc of the Ozarks invites you to join our team of caring, value-driven, and independent professionals. Help us fulfill our mission to support individuals with disabilities in enhancing the quality of their lives!

Bring Your Experience to The Arc!

Experience-based wages are available for individuals whose background and experience exceed the requirements of the position.

What Is This Job All About?

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Residential Services, you will provide hands-on nursing care and support to individuals with disabilities in a residential setting. You will work 12-hour shifts in a low-ratio setting, allowing you to provide individualized support while developing meaningful relationships with the people you serve.

What Will My Day-to-Day Responsibilities Look Like?

A Licensed Practical Nurse is both a mentor and a coach. In this position, you will work hands-on with individuals supported, providing guidance and support that empowers them to be as independent as possible. You will provide training and support in areas such as:

• Dressing
• Bathing
• Personal hygiene
• House cleaning
• Laundry
• Other activities of daily living
• Grocery purchasing
• Food preparation
• Management of personal funds
• Medication administration
• Other health and medical needs

This employee assists in the implementation of personal plans; contributes to the development and maintenance of a therapeutic environment; and establishes effective interpersonal relationships with each person served, their parents and/or guardians, and other members of the support team. Work also involves observing and reporting information concerning the physical, mental, and behavioral condition of the individuals supported and assisting in maintaining necessary records and reports to document these observations.

The LPN works collaboratively with the LPN Program Supervisor, Team Manager, RN Program Supervisor, and other members of the support team. Work is reviewed through reports, communication, and direct observation.

What Do I Need to Be Successful in This Position?

• Possession of a current license and registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the State of Missouri
• Previous experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is preferred
• Compassion, patience, professionalism, and a genuine desire to support others
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team
• Strong communication, observation, and documentation skills

Please see the full job description for a complete list of duties and requirements.

Here’s a Little More About What The Arc Offers

• Competitive starting pay of $28.00/hour
• Experience Pay available for qualifying prior experience
• Excellent opportunities for growth and promotion within the organization
• Paid initial and ongoing training and certification opportunities
• Professional Development Opportunities, including CPR/First Aid, MANDT verbal and physical de-escalation, Paraclete, Level One Med Aide, and other position-specific training
• Potential for annual wage increases

Training Requirement:

Employees must have weekday, daytime availability during their first two weeks of employment to complete required training and certifications. Following initial training, the regular schedule for this position is Wednesdays and Thursdays, 7:00 AM–7:00 PM.

Bring Your Nursing Experience to The Arc

If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities and are looking for a rewarding nursing opportunity, we would love to have you join our team!

Looking for More Information?

Call: 417-771-3700 Ask for the Talent Acquisition Team

Email: Jobs@thearcoftheozarks.org Please include your name and the position/location you are interested in.

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