Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities Program

The Jewish Board • New York, NY

98d

About The Position

A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for LPN nursing care and medical procedures within the scope of the nursing practice. Assist in the integration of physical and behavioral health in program. The LPN reports to the RN and or Nursing Leadership.

Requirements

• Must hold an active LPN nursing New York State license.
• Must maintain active CPR certification.
• Excellent oral, writing, communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• In line with doctor’s orders, administer prescribed and/or routine medical treatments.
• Ensure that all internal policies regarding such administration and documentation are adhered to.
• Assist with scheduling appointments and obtaining medical documentation prior to the client’s appointments.
• Function as the liaison between external medical health care providers, schools, other community organizations and the facility with regards to the client’s medical needs.
• Provide general nursing care to clients within the scope of LPN practice, which include but are not limited to; take and record client's vital signs.
• Administer prescribed/specified medication and note time and amount on client's chart.
• Observe clients and report adverse reactions to medication or treatment to supervisor.
• Perform phlebotomy and specimen preparation to be sent to the laboratory.
• Inventory and requisition supplies.
• Respond to medical emergencies immediately upon notification.
• Perform whatever triage is necessary to stabilize the client and provide access to all necessary medical treatment within an LPN’s scope of practice.
• Follow up to ensure complete recovery.
• Perform all necessary charting and other patient documentation as required by internal practice and external regulatory bodies.
• Complete all other tasks within the scope of an LPN NYS license requested by the RN and or Nursing leadership.

Benefits

• $5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS FOR I/DD PROGRAMS IN BROOKLYN

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees