LPN

Help us redefine what is possible with Autism. Bittersweet, Inc. is a non-profit organization that provides residential, vocational, and recreational services to individuals with autism.

Bittersweet is seeking an LPN to help enrich lives and make a difference on our nursing team in Whitehouse, OH. Candidates should have strong critical thinking skills, be able to work independently, and possess a positive work ethic with patience, compassion, and flexibility required in a facility serving those with developmental disabilities.

The hourly wage for LPN’s will be $22-$25 per hour.

Responsibilities/Requirements:

  • Monitor all aspects of health and safety including the psycho-social and medical needs of Bittersweet residents and the participants of the vocational day program.
  • Completion of nursing health assessments and resident nursing skills and tasks, including medication administration, vitals, irrigations and vaccinations.
  • Serve as a medical and occupational health advocate for residents and vocational participants
  • Assist in education and delegation for staff of medication administration and other pertinent skills and tasks.
  • Assist in monitoring and completion of all regulatory rules and regulations through the Department of Developmental Disabilities.
  • Providing education to residents, participants and staff regarding detection of illness, disease prevention, infection control, hygiene, sanitation, etc. as needed
  • Attend all telehealth appointments.
  • Provide transportation and accompany residents to offsite medical appointments as needed.

Qualifications:

  • Current LPN license for the State of Ohio with a minimum of one year of nursing experience
  • Current Driver’s License with eligibility to be insured
  • Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities strongly preferred
  • Ability to follow physician’s orders and excellent medical charting skills
  • Ability to work and communicate effectively with minimal supervision in a team environment

What We Offer:

  • Benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, paid disability and life insurance, personal time off, 401K with company match, and 11 paid holidays.
  • $500 Hiring Bonus

To Apply:

https://www.bittersweetfarms.org/join-our-team