Nurse, LPN Residential and Day Services

WILDWOOD PROGRAMS INC • Town of Colonie, NY

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Wildwood Programs is a provider of educational, residential, employment, and other community-based supports to people with disabilities and their families. We hire those dedicated to making a difference in people’s lives. We are looking for a caring, engaging LPN to coordinate and perform health-care services for individuals with developmental disabilities and provides direct supervision for OPWDD delegated LPN nursing functions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• One-year experience as an LPN.
• NYS License as a Practical Nurse.
• Certification in First Aid and CPR.
• A valid NYS driver's license and ability to drive and driving record acceptable for agency insurance coverage are required.
• Medication Administration certification (or eligibility for certification).
• SCIP-R certification (or eligibility for certification) based on program need.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in ID/DD preferred.
• Computer Skills: Word processing, database, Internet software, E-mail.

Responsibilities

• Acts as the primary medical coordinator for individuals in the residence; Interviews individuals to determine medical problems and conditions.
• Acts as primary staff person for documentation of medication administration in the medication database.
• Reviews medication administration records on a regular basis.
• Administers specified medication and notes time and amount on medication administration database.
• Assists Registered Nurse with physical examinations as needed.
• Reviews physician's orders and follow-up needs with Registered Nurse.
• Administers First Aid and CPR on an emergency and as needed basis.
• Observes individuals and reports adverse reactions to medication or treatment to the program RN.
• Counsels individuals on good health habits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED