LPN On Campus Nursing

About the role

Provide comprehensive nursing care and intervention under the direction of a registered nurse to ensure that the health care needs of individuals receiving services are met. Assist individuals receiving services, as needed, in their day-to-day activities providing instruction and assistance as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assumes all of the responsibilities of a Direct Support Professional (DSP)
• Provides support to DSPs and Registered Nurses for the medical care of students
• Observe, record and/or report change in physical or mental health status to RN
• Responsible for passing medications and providing prescribed care under the LPN scope of practice as required (wound care, IM shots, read PPD, etc.)
• Reports to program RN for all medical issues and guidance
• Provides comprehensive nursing care, including prevention, detection, and treatment of signs of illness or dysfunction
• Provides routine and emergency nursing intervention as needed/assigned by RN
• Enacts PRN and standing orders as approved by a physician
• Schedules, attends and/or participates in medical appointments as directed
• Able to act calmly and quickly in emergency situations
• Documents pertinent care according to Springbrook Policies & Procedures
• Observing, recording and reporting: symptoms, side effects, reactions, progress, and the effects of medications to the RN
• Performing routine medication room checks to ensure all needed supplies and prescriptions are up to date
• Proficiency with the pharmacy website, Precision Care, and all computer programs and systems utilized to manage, document, and facilitate care
• Follows all policies and procedures of Springbrook Schools and its regulators, attending required in-service trainings as needed
• Follows all student service plans, ensuring that all residents’ rights are honored
• Utilizes constructive suggestions and directives from RN’s and administrators
• Arrives promptly for shift and attends to duties/responsibilities while on the job
• LPN will take part in the team approach and be able to function satisfactorily with all members of the staff
• Will serve as a good role model for the participants
• Performs such other duties as may be assigned, and in whatever capacity necessary, as directed by the RN’s

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved practical nursing program
• Current NYS LPN license
• Two (2) years’ experience working with individuals with Developmental Disabilities preferred, will consider candidates lacking experience
• Awareness of current trends in nursing and nursing care with individuals with special needs preferred
• Duties require professional verbal and written communication skills, positive approaches, and collaboration
• Proficiency in or knowledge of using a variety of computer software and e-mail applications, especially Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Word
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. independently and assist in lifting weights exceeding 50 lbs
• Access to reliable transportation or walk between all campus houses
• Meet the requirements to drive Springbrook vehicles as required
• Be able to perform all physical interventions

Pay

Salary ranges from $20 to $22 per hour based on education and experience.