Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

About the role

To provide health care services to persons residing in the day and residential programs, in accordance with Regulations. To act under the auspices of a Registered Nurse employed by the Agency. To provide for the continuity of health care through the team approach.

Pay

Wage Range: $22.50–$30.38 per hour, more based on education and experience.

Sign-on Bonus: $3,000 paid out over 2 years.

Schedule

40 hours per week, varied and flexible to the needs of the program; may include mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed and currently registered with the New York State Department of Education as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Will accept GPN (Graduated Practical Nurse) with the expectation that the NYS Licensed Practical Nurse License is obtained within 90 days.
• Experience working with developmentally disabled individuals preferred.
• Valid New York State Driver's License.
• Authorized to work in the United States and able to pass all background clearances.
• Physical demands: regularly required to talk or hear; frequently required to stand, walk, lift, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms; may require lifting, pushing, or pulling in excess of 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist the RN to maintain current health records, medication and treatment sheets for the assigned people we support.
• Maintain current listings of allergies and special needs (e.g., special diets, food sensitivities, photo-sensitivity, tetanus updates).
• Participate in the development of medical services.
• Schedule medical appointments as required by regulation and as directed by the RN.
• Attend appointments where significant medical issues will be addressed.
• Ensure prescriptions, medications and supplies are ordered no less than weekly, maintained and documented per Agency policies.
• Monitor people we support for signs and symptoms of acute illness, communicable diseases, and disease complications/exacerbation of chronic illness.
• Report concerns to the site RN.
• Complete documentation per Agency expectations.
• Adhere to all Protocols/Nursing Care Plans written by the Registered Nurse.
• Review T-logs for noted concerns at the beginning of each scheduled shift.
• Report any concerns noted to an RN.
• Document status of minor injuries, doctor appointments, contacts to Physician, Pharmacy, Family, Nursing, etc.; notes will contain instructions to staff as recommended/requested.
• Ensure physical plant and staff compliance with sanitation and infection control.
• Assist with the preparation of reports and attend team meetings as requested by the RN.
• Administer first aid and nursing instruction to the people we support and staff as needed.
• Provide direct support services to the people we support.
• Provide medical input and documentation on all reportable and serious notable occurrences/situations relating to allegations of abuse, injuries or mistreatment.
• Report any unusual findings (e.g., bruises, marks, behaviors) to appropriate persons.
• Administer medications per staffing needs, at least once weekly.
• In conjunction with Residence Manager and Direct Support Professionals, assist with the completion of the weekly/monthly medication count/order.
• Complete weekly Medication Administration Record (MAR) Review, report medication errors and document accordingly.
• Travel between all assigned sites is expected.
• Travel to conferences or trainings as assigned.
• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
• No supervisory responsibilities.

Skills

• Strong Communication
• Change Management
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Thorough Documentation Skills

Work environment

This job operates in the residential environment of the people we support. This role