LPN - Springbrook Schools

Springbrook•Oneonta, NY

1d•$20 - $22

About The Position

Provide comprehensive nursing care and intervention under the direction of a registered nurse to ensure the health care needs of individuals receiving services are met. Assist individuals with day-to-day activities, providing instruction and assistance as necessary. The LPN also assumes the responsibilities of a Direct Support Professional and supports DSPs and Registered Nurses in providing medical care to students. The role includes administering medications and providing prescribed care within the LPN scope of practice, responding to routine and emergency needs, documenting care, and reporting health changes and medication effects to the program RN. The LPN participates in medical appointments, maintains medication-room supplies and prescriptions, uses Springbrook’s care-related systems, follows policies and student service plans, and collaborates with staff. Other duties may be assigned as directed by the RNs.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved practical nursing program.
Current New York State LPN license.
Professional verbal and written communication skills, positive approaches, and ability to collaborate.
Proficiency in or knowledge of computer software and email applications, especially Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
Ability to lift 50 pounds independently and assist in lifting weights exceeding 50 pounds.
Access to reliable transportation or ability to walk between campus houses.
Meet the requirements to drive Springbrook vehicles as required.
Ability to perform all physical interventions.

Nice To Haves

Two years’ experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is preferred; candidates without this experience will be considered.
Awareness of current trends in nursing and nursing care for individuals with special needs is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assume all responsibilities of a Direct Support Professional (DSP).
Support DSPs and Registered Nurses in providing medical care to students; observe, record, and report changes in physical or mental health status to the RN.
Pass medications and provide prescribed care within the LPN scope of practice, including wound care, IM shots, and reading PPDs as required.
Report medical issues to the program RN and seek guidance.
Provide comprehensive nursing care, including prevention, detection, and treatment of signs of illness or dysfunction.
Provide routine and emergency nursing interventions as needed or assigned by the RN, and enact physician-approved PRN and standing orders.
Schedule, attend, and/or participate in medical appointments as directed.
Respond calmly and quickly in emergency situations.
Document pertinent care according to Springbrook Policies & Procedures.
Observe, record, and report symptoms, side effects, reactions, progress, and medication effects to the RN.
Perform routine medication-room checks to ensure supplies and prescriptions are up to date.
Use the pharmacy website, Precision Care, and computer programs and systems used to manage, document, and facilitate care.
Follow Springbrook Schools policies and procedures and those of its regulators, and attend required in-service training.
Follow student service plans and honor residents’ rights.
Use constructive suggestions and directives from RNs and administrators.
Arrive promptly for the shift and attend to duties and responsibilities while on the job.
Participate in a team approach and function satisfactorily with all staff members.
Serve as a positive role model for participants.
Perform other assigned duties in whatever capacity necessary, as directed by the RNs.