Part Time LPN On Campus

Pay Range: $22.00 hourly

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 responsibilities of a Direct Support Professional.
• Responsible for passing medications.
• Reports to program RN for all medical issues and guidance.
• Provides comprehensive nursing care, including detection 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.
• 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.
• Scheduling medical appointments for residents and attending these as necessary.
• Performing routine medication room checks to ensure all needed supplies and prescriptions are up to date.
• Proficiency with the Dr. First website, which is used to procure prescriptions from medical associates.
• Proficiency with Precision Care, documenting medication histories, appointments, and other pertinent demographic and medical information.
• Supports the philosophy, goals, and policies of the facility to clients, clients’ families, allied personnel, and the community in a positive and constructive manner.
• Follows all policies and procedures of Springbrook, attending required in-service trainings.
• Follows all written behavior plans & goals, ensuring that all residents’ rights are honored.
• Utilizes constructive suggestions and directives from RNs and administrators.
• Arrives promptly for shift and attends to duties/responsibilities while on the job.
• Participates in the team approach and functions satisfactorily with all members of the staff.
• Serves as a good role model for participants.
• Performs other duties as assigned and in whatever capacity necessary, as directed by the RNs.
• Must be able to work overtime hours when necessary.
• Completes other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved practical nursing program.
• Current NYS LPN license.
• Two (2) years’ experience working with individuals with Developmental Disabilities preferred.
• Awareness of current trends in nursing and nursing care with individuals with physical and mental challenges preferred.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in or knowledge of using a variety of computer software and email 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 as local travel may be required.
• Meet the requirements to drive Springbrook vehicles as required.
• Able to perform all physical interventions.
• Able to swim in Springbrook and community pools as necessary.
• Employ appropriate conflict resolution strategies during interactions with colleagues and students.