Licensed Practical Nurse (Part-Time) - Residential Day/Evening

Hillside Childrens Center•Rochester, NY

20d•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse I – Residential delivers quality health care services to youth in a residential based setting under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN). This position performs tasks and responsibilities within the framework of case finding, health teaching, health counseling, and provision of supportive and restorative care. We are seeking a part-time LPN on the following schedule; Tuesday & Thursday : 3:00pm-11:30pm Saturday : 7:00am-3:30pm or 7:00am-7:30pm This role is based on our 1183 Monroe Ave Campus in Rochester, NY.

Requirements

Successful completion of an accredited LPN program required.
Minimum 1 year of related work experience required.
Active, unrestricted LPN license in NYS required.
Unrestricted, valid NYS driver’s license for minimum of 1 year with a clean driving record and minimum insurance coverage that meets agency standards preferred.
Basic Life Support (BLS) training within 60 days of hire and recertification annually.
Ability to recognize signs of current and emerging health needs of children/youth and address issues proactively and effectively communicate with children/youth and families to assure appropriate understanding of treatment, issues, and objectives.
Possess and maintain accurate knowledge of all regulatory and practice regulations and treatment protocols with special attention to HIPAA requirements.
Demonstrate the highest standards for ethical and professional conduct at all times and towards all youth and families.
Proficiency with computer-based applications in order to independently complete work and add/use data.
Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of services provided both by the Agency and by external service providers and maintain contacts as needed in order to efficiently access care for clients.
Occasional sitting (up to 4 hours)
Occasional standing (up to 1 hour)
Occasional walking (up to 2.5 hours)
Occasional driving (up to 8 hours)
Continuous balancing (up to 8 hours)
Occasional balancing, bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, reaching forward or down, reaching overhead, running, and twisting (up to 2.5 hours)
Weekly lifting up to 50 lbs. (community-based staff may be required to lift an empty wheelchair weighing up to 50 lbs.), 10-15 lbs. on a daily basis
Weekly carrying up to 55 lbs. approximately 10-100 ft., 10-15 lbs. on a daily basis
Manual dexterity is required, including the frequent ability to grasp in both hands and continuous use of fine manipulation skills in both hands (approximately 1-2.5 hrs.)
Occasional exposure to dust, fumes, gases or chemicals is apparent.
Close toed shoes; Protective Shields, Universal Precaution PPE, Gloves for toileting and food preparation
Ability to change positions as needed

Nice To Haves

Unrestricted, valid NYS driver’s license for minimum of 1 year with a clean driving record and minimum insurance coverage that meets agency standards preferred.

Responsibilities

Administer medications safely and accurately and per medication policy.
Report any unusual patient reactions to a medication to the RN immediately.
Document progress notes in the electronic medical record and any other required system clearly, accurately, and timely meeting professional and agency standards to ensure accurate child and youth records are maintained.
Order and maintain inventory of all stock medications and medical supplies.
Administer basic first aid and CPR in emergency situations.
Provide ongoing medication, wellness and health education to youth.
Facilitate and assist in scheduling youth for appointments as directed.
Independently complete commitments and take responsibility for actions; recognize and fix errors and omissions.
Keep abreast of and adhere to all applicable safety regulations, including universal precautions and hazardous material safety rules.
Support process improvement initiatives in collaboration with leadership.
Understand and adhere to all federal, state, and local statutes, regulatory agency standards and Hillside policies including but not limited to all federal, state, and local statutes, regulatory agency standards, and Hillside policies, including but not limited to, Office of Mental Health (OMH), Office of Child and Family Services (OCFS), Council on Accreditation (COA) and New York State Education Department (NYSED).