Why work at Danville services of Arizona? There are a LOT of reasons, here are just a few:

Starting Pay $29.00 per hour for LPNs.

1. Nurse to patient ratio. You will be working with no more than 6 patients for your entire shift, with the help of AT LEAST 1 DSP

2. Culture: The culture at Danville is AMAZING! You can actually feel appreciated for the work that you do.

3. Benefits: Danville offers a great collection of benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, PTO, Short term Disability, Long Term Disability, and company paid Life Insurance to everyone who is scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week.

4. You actually get to know your patients! Instead of pushing a med cart all day, you will actually get a chance to interact and know the people you are helping.

5. A home atmosphere. You will be working in the homes of the people you serve.

6. Sign on BONUS! There is currently a $1500 sign on bonus for Full Time Nurses! (who couldn't use a little extra money?)

If you want an opportunity to actually do your job the RIGHT way and provide excellent care for your patients, we can give you that! On your shift, you will have the time you NEED to do things the way you know they are supposed to be done. PLUS you will always have great support from management and your co-workers. Now is the time to make a change for the better!

JOB SUMMARY

Staff nurse responsibilities include providing for the emotional, medical, and physical needs of Danville’s consumers and improving their quality of life by observing, documenting, reporting, taking action and following-up on their health, safety, and medical needs, and implementing medical recommendations made by the team and the RN House Manager. Staff nurses provide nursing services under the direction of the Nurse House Manager and are required to stay within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Personal conduct should be professional at all times, and consistent with Danville’s culture, mission, values, philosophy, and policies and procedures.

2. Assess (RN) or note change of condition (LPN), document per state and Danville protocols, and report to the appropriate management any changes in consumers’ condition, including, but not limited to, signs and symptoms which may be indicative of changes in their overall health, lung sounds, vital signs, changes in pain status, and skin integrity. In case of emergency, immediately call 911 and then contact the Program Director and/or State Director.

3. Administer medication and topical treatments to consumers as prescribed, following Danville’s procedures and according to consumers’ individual medication protocols.

4. Support consumers in maintaining good personal hygiene.

5. After being properly trained and passing competency, perform additional nursing responsibilities per consumers’ individual needs, protocols, and Health Care Providers’ (HCPs’) orders.

6. Ensure consumers’ privacy is respected at all times.

7. Act as a resource to direct support professionals.

8. Report to work on time, and if unable to report to work, or if there is a need to come to work late, or leave early, follow Danville’s approval policy.

9. Complete required in-service and on-going training requirements within Danville and State required timeframes and meeting required competency levels.

10. Assure thorough, timely, communication with all employees regarding issues related to consumers’ health and quality of life.

11. As necessary, or requested, safely transport consumers to and from activities, work, and home, and comply with Danville’s vehicle safety, maintenance, and cell phone use policies.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive, therefore, the employee may perform other reasonable duties as requested.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• RN Degree (AD, BSN or MSN) or LPN from an accredited school of nursing
• Minimum of 1 year nursing experience preferred

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to pass a criminal background/fingerprint and central registry check

• Nursing license must be valid in the State of AZ

• Must have good interpersonal communication skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Basic keyboarding and computer skills
• Must be highly organized

Special Skills/Training/Certifications

• Must have an unencumbered nursing license

• CPR, Prevention & Support, Article 9 & other training as required by Danville and the State of Arizona Division for Developmental Disabilities.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

1. Physical Requirements: Requires repetitive manual and finger dexterity and eye- hand coordination; requires the ability to use all office equipment; and the ability to lift/carry up to 50 pounds using appropriate body mechanics. Must be able to remain awake and alert for the duration of each shift. Must be able to bend, stoop, push, pull, reach, sit, and walk for periods of time. Must be able to utilize proper body mechanics while assisting with the transfer of individuals weighing up to 250 pounds utilizing manual or mechanical lifting devices.

2. Visual, hearing, and communication requirements: Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range, with or without reasonable accommodation. Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing with all staff, other professionals, and consumers. Must be able to give and receive verbal and written instructions in English.

3. Work location: Home-like and office settings with varying degrees of background noise. The possibility of exposure to blood borne pathogens exists if universal precautions are not followed. May require working under stressful conditions at times and handling emergencies. There will be pressure at times to meet scheduled appointments and deadlines and manage crisis situations. This position will interact with consumers who are intellectually and developmentally delayed and may be frail or confused and have the potential for verbal or physical aggression.

$1500.00 Sign On Bonus!!!!!!

DISCLAIMER

We believe that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success and should not be limited by assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this job description is designed to outline primary responsibilities and qualifications. It is our expectation that each employee will offer his/her services meaning it can and will change as the company and positions evolve wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our company. This is a living document,