Licensed Practical Nurse

Hawthorne Foundation, Inc. • Hawthorne, NY

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About The Position

Hawthorne Foundation Inc. is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a group home for individuals with developmental disabilities. The position is full-time, requiring flexibility to meet program needs. The LPN will work across five Individualized Residential Alternatives (IRAs) and will be responsible for various medical and health-related tasks, ensuring compliance with OPWDD regulations and maintaining health records.

Requirements

• Certification by the Department of Education, State of New York as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Knowledge and experience in the field of developmental disabilities working with individuals over 21.
• Sensitivity to the needs of individuals, their families, and personnel.
• Ability to relate to others, especially those with special needs.
• Good communication skills (verbal, written, and telephone).
• Computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Attend medical appointments with individuals.
• Organize and maintain medicine rooms.
• Scan and upload documents into Therap.
• Assist Head Nurse in retaining, reviewing, and maintaining individuals' health and immunization records.
• Ensure acquisition of physical examinations by physicians under the guidance of the Head Registered Nurse.
• Maintain complete and current medical documentation for each individual.
• Physically assess individuals to recognize normal and abnormal variations.
• Participate in team conferences and individual program planning.
• Document changes in medical status under the guidance of the Head Nurse.
• Recognize how cultural lifestyle, family dynamics, and economic factors affect health.
• Understand nutritional needs based on dietary assessments.
• Provide first aid to individuals as needed.
• Assist in counseling and teaching individuals, families, and staff on personal hygiene, family life, dental care, sex education, and safety education.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus of $1500 for new full-time employees, paid in two installments: $750 after 3 months and $750 after 6 months.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees