Licensed Practical Nurse

Services For The Underserved, Inc.•New York, NY

1d•$53,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

S:US is seeking an LPN for our men's shelter in Brooklyn. This position is located at Blake Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11208 The LPN meets with the Program Director, Director of Social Services, Registered Nurse, and Social Service staff to coordinate shelter residents to receive ongoing treatment in the community. In this position you will; Take vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature and weight Assist with diabetes medication and treatment Take medical histories and enter information in computer systems Coordinate with Case Managers, Senior Case Managers and Director of Social Services to ensure proper care, nutrition and treatment plans are followed Follow up with community health care providers to ensure medical treatment plans are documented, monitored and followed Have flexibility to work a schedule that includes evenings and weekends Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday 9am-5pm or 10am-6pm with one of the days being flexible late shift day (ex: 12pm-8pm); weekend day can be Saturday or Sunday

Requirements

New York State Licensed Practical Nurse
Experience working on a multi- disciplinary team and/or previous experience with homeless population

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Take vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature and weight
Assist with diabetes medication and treatment
Take medical histories and enter information in computer systems
Coordinate with Case Managers, Senior Case Managers and Director of Social Services to ensure proper care, nutrition and treatment plans are followed
Follow up with community health care providers to ensure medical treatment plans are documented, monitored and followed
Have flexibility to work a schedule that includes evenings and weekends