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Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health

Nonprofit providing clinical behavioral healthcare services

Licensed Practical Nurse

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareUpdated on Nov 10
Part-timeBerwyn, PA, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A current, valid Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse license is required.
  • The candidate must be eligible to practice in Pennsylvania.
  • Health care facility nursing experience is required.
  • The candidate must have thorough knowledge of regulatory requirements.
  • The candidate must be able to work weekends.
  • The candidate must be at least 21 years of age.
  • A valid driver's license is required.
  • The candidate must complete drug screening.

Responsibilities

  • Provide consultation nursing services to Community, Campus, and Vocational program clients in collaboration with the Health Services Coordinator.
  • Serve as a nursing expert and guide staff in implementing programs focused on high-quality health care services.
  • Identify and monitor assigned individuals’ health needs, implement priorities of care, and take appropriate measures to meet those needs in accordance with established nursing procedures and regulations.
  • Educate clients, families, and staff on health, wellness, and disease prevention, and provide updates as appropriate.
  • Communicate with physicians and collaborate with team members to support client needs and overall well-being.
  • Assess potential and current clients and develop, implement, and adjust nursing care plans.
  • Provide direct patient care, including wound care, bedsore treatment, catheterization, vital-sign monitoring, medication administration, and documentation in the electronic health system.
  • Attend resident and team meetings, complete regulatory audits, and ensure required physicals, medical, and immunization compliance.
  • Implement necessary dietary changes and provide staff training.
  • Perform other duties as assigned in accordance with Devereux standards of care.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience working with adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities, mental health diagnoses, and/or traumatic brain injury is preferred.

About the Company

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health

Nonprofit providing clinical behavioral healthcare services

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health is a large nonprofit that delivers behavioral healthcare through a nationwide network of clinical, therapeutic, educational, and employment programs for children, adults, and families. It supports autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education, and foster care by providing integrated services across clinics, schools, community settings, and foster care programs. Its scale, long history (founded in 1912), servant-leadership culture, and a dedicated ASCEND career program distinguish it from others by combining service delivery with staff development. The goal is to change lives by unlocking and nurturing the potential of people with emotional, behavioral, and cognitive differences.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$40K
Headquarters
Lower Merion Township, Pennsylvania
Founded
1912

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