LPN

Qualifications

Group Home for Developmental Disabilities Monday through Friday, (with flexibility with program needs) ? Certification by the Department of Education, State of New York as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Knowledge and experience in the field of developmental disabilities working with individuals over 21. Sensitivity to the needs of the individuals we service, their families and personnel.

Ability to relate to others, especially special needs, is essential. Good communication skills (e.g. verbal, written and telephone) ? Computer skills Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will work at all IRAs (five), to ensure the following: ? Attend medical appointments with individual's. LPN would be responsible for the medicine rooms are organized and maintained ?

LPN is responsible for all documents being scanned, uploaded into Therap. LPN will assist Head Nurse to ensure retention, review and maintain each Individuals health records and Immunization records. Under guidance of Head Registered Nurse ensures acquisition of physical examination by physicians to achieve compliance with the OPWDD regulations.

The Licensed Practical Nurse ensures all required medical and health related documentation is complete, current and maintained in a chart/file established for each individual.? Physically assess individuals to recognize normal and abnormal variations. Participate in team conferences and individual program planning for each individual.

Under the guidance of the Head Nurse assists in documenting changes in medical status to ensure that it is complete and comprehensive. (e.g. illness, seizure activity or any other changes in health status that require medical assessment and maintain up to date information pertaining to medication, food and seasonal allergies).

The License Practical Nurse (LPN) recognizes and understands how cultural lifestyle, family dynamics, and economic, ethnic and environmental factors affect health. The License Practical Nurse understands the nutritional needs of individuals in accordance with the dietary assessments conducted by nutritionists. LPN provides first aid to individuals as needed.

Assist the Head Nurse in counseling and teaching individuals, their families, and educational staff on topics such as personal hygiene, family life, dental care, sex education and safety education. Assist the Head Nurse in counseling, training, in servicing and teaching of staff to ensure staff is adequately informed.

Job Type: Part time/ per diem Schedule: Day shift Monday to Friday On call Weekends as needed Work Location: On the road