LPN 12-Month School Position! (LPN) 1/1

Upstate Caring Partners•Utica, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) School Age/Preschool position is responsible for providing daily nursing care to all school age and/or preschool children, participating in Agency activities and completing required documentation. Upstate Caring Partners is the premier provider of direct-care services and programs in Central New York for individuals of all abilities and their families. If you believe in empowering people, Upstate Caring Partners is an excellent place to start or grow your career.

Requirements

High School Diploma required
Valid NYS Licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse and current NYS Registration Certificate.
Ability to lift and/or assist children in your care.
Must have a valid NYS Driver’s License

Responsibilities

Ensure that documentation is accurate, contemporaneous, and effectively communicates all information required to be regulatory compliant.
Promote and oversee the safety and well-being of the children through use of written, verbal procedures, safety equipment and awareness of any potential dangers.
Attend to personal, self-care and other program needs that the children cannot independently accomplish.
Keep the nursing and administrative team advised of medical and dietary concerns.
Provide support and consultation and initiate peer support among program participants.
Promote student input in the development of program activities.
Oversee the safety and well-being of the children.
Oversee and upkeep the maintenance of equipment and supplies.
Participate in activities as part of the treatment team that may include meetings, trainings, and committees.