Licensed Practical Nurse

Catholic Charities Family and Community Services•Rochester, NY

46d•$25 - $30

About The Position

Under supervision, provides medication management and offers general health and wellness support. Works collaboratively with other providers in the residence to facilitate client wellness. Maintains confidentiality and ethical standards of relevant governing bodies. Effectively supports ongoing and collaborative communication amongst all program staff and is responsible for ensuring a trauma informed care environment.

Requirements

Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED and accredited LPN diploma required.
Valid Licensed Practical Nurse required
Ability to prioritize assignments, plan, and complete work projects with minimal direction
An ability to work efficiently and effectively and meet deadlines
An ability to work under pressure
Excellent verbal/written skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to demonstrate behaviors and attitudes which support agency mission, philosophy, and policies.
Willingness and ability to foster agency and program wide cooperation and teamwork through use of positive/constructive communication techniques
Possession of a valid NYS Driver’s license and use of a registered and reliable vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Two to three years of experience related to nursing services to individuals with mental health, alcoholism, chemical dependency, substance use disorder related services preferred.
Bi-lingual in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides medication management within the residential setting
Provides medication administration to clients in the residential environment in accordance with authorized prescriptions
Documents the medication administration process in each client’s Medication Administration Record
Procures and logs in medications received for each client within the facility
Tracks client compliance with required medications, identifying any concerns to other Prescribers and other medical staff
Reports medication compliance to the clinical team
Coordinates directly with Residence Manager to ensure shift coverage for unapproved or unplanned absences.
Provides Day to Day support of client wellness within the setting
Observes and identifies potential client medical or medication concerns
Facilities identification of medical concerns to appropriate medical or psychiatric staff or prescribers
Assures identified medical concerns are addressed
Communicates and collaborates with appropriate Agency staff, Medical care providers, and related community organizations to assure coordination of client care and services.
Completes required paperwork related to communication or services provided
Coordinates with appropriate residential staff to facilitate transportation to necessary medical appointments
Promotes health and wellness within the residential facility
Supports the development of client wellness education and activities
Assists Medical Staff and Prescribers
Provides Support with vital signs, and other assistance to providers as needed
Collaborates with appropriate residential staff on client discharge plans
Participates in staff meetings and medical/clinical supervision as directed
Participates in relevant Agency meetings and/or trainings
Actively pursues development of professional competencies related to job role performance through reading, supervision, in-service training and attendance at conferences and workshops.
Awareness and active support of the Agency's Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan. Including, but not limited to, supporting the Agency's Core Competency initiatives of being Collaborative and Community Focused, Innovative and Entrepreneurial, and Culturally Competent and Diverse
Other duties as assigned