Licensed Practical Nurse (Residential) - Full-Time Days (No Weekends!)

Hillside • City of Rochester, NY

10d • $24 - $33 • 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 full-time LPN on the following schedule; Monday-Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm. NO WEEKENDS! Rotating holidays. 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.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) training within 60 days of hire and recertification annually.

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).
• While this job description covers many aspects of the role, employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Sign on bonus up to $4,000 for a Full-Time LPN
• Competitive benefits
• Very generous paid time off
• 403(b) with employer match
• Shift differentials up to $6.50/hour for eligible evening, overnight, and weekend hours
• Paid holidays
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
• Flexible spending account
• Employee Assistance Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree