Licensed Practical Nurse
Company: Sevita
Location: Cottondale
Posted on: February 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Mentor Community Services , a part of the Sevita family,
provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual
and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has
the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling
career. You’ll join a mission-driven team and create relationships
that motivate us all every day. Join us today, and experience a
career well lived. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Do you enjoy
providing great nursing care, knowing you are making a difference
in people’s lives? As LPN, you will provide prescribed medical
treatment and personal care services under the direction of a
registered nurse or physician to address the medical or psychiatric
needs of individuals with developmental disabilities, acquired
brain injuries, substance abuse issues, and/or emotional or
behavioral challenges. You will travel between multiple locations
and be accessible to staff at all locations during work hours.
Provide basic care and medical treatment to individuals served
Complete health assessments and provide input of health diagnosis
to RN or physician for the development of nursing care plan
Follow-up on all physician orders and ensure follow-through on
individual’s medical/dental appointments Monitor, administer, and
record medications promptly, acting as a liaison to pharmacy Review
medication error forms, analyze errors, and make recommendations
for procedural changes Conduct quality assurance checks on health
care records Maintain confidentiality, respect human rights, and
practice universal precautions in accordance with company policy
and all external guidelines Partner with external agencies to
coordinate services and ensure consistent treatment Administer,
track, and maintain log for testing of staff members and
individuals Provide training to staff members on topics such as
medication administration, universal precautions, and infection
control Provide training for individuals served on topics such as
self-medication, prescribed treatments, sex education/STD
prevention, and smoking cessation On an as-needed basis,
coordinate, organize, or assist with household activities such as
light housekeeping and meal preparation; transport individuals to
activities and appointments Participate in the on-call system as
needed; may be required to be accessible after hours for emergency
coverage Qualifications: Associate Degree in Nursing or related
field or a graduate of an accredited LPN program One year of
experience working with population served in a nursing capacity
Current state LPN License and other certifications as required by
state licensing regulations such as CPR/FA, HIV/AIDS certification,
BBP, and ACT training Current driver's license, car registration
and auto insurance if providing transportation to individuals
receiving services Strong communication skills with ability to
build rapport with others Self-motivated and detail-oriented with
ability to multi-task Reliable, responsible, caring nature with a
commitment to the company’s mission and values Why Join Us? Full
compensation/benefits package for full-time employees. 401(k) with
company match Paid time off and holiday pay Complex work adding
value to the organization’s mission alongside a great team of
coworkers Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and
advancement opportunities Come join our amazing team of committed,
caring professionals. Apply Today! Sevita is a leading provider of
home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that
everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide
people with quality services and individualized supports that lead
to growth and independence, regardless of the physical,
intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face. We’ve made this
our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team
members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000
individuals we serve all over the U.S. As an equal opportunity
employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color,
religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender
identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information,
veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected
by law.
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