Licensed Practical Nurse - East Williamsburgh

Project Renewal; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for their East Williamsburgh Men's Shelter. The LPN will manage medication systems, provide health education, and connect clients with necessary services. This role requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, along with a valid LPN license in New York State.

Qualifications

• Experience working with homeless individuals is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Management of medication system for all clients.
• Providing nursing screenings for all new clients.
• Administering medications and injections ordered by providers.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Licensed in New York State as an LPN

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse - East Williamsburgh

Nursing - East Williamsburg, Brooklyn, New York, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Friday, May 9, 2025 at 4:00 AM

Title: Licensed Practical Nurse – East Williamsburgh Men's Shelter

Position Overview:

The LPN will report to the Assistant Director of Nursing Embedded Services and Nurse Manager for embedded nursing supervision, and indirectly to the Director of Nursing Operations (DNO). The role involves client assignments, daily tasks, and workshop scheduling under the shelter's Program Director. The LPN will provide educational resources and workshops on chronic health conditions and serve as a health promotion agent to improve health outcomes within transitional and permanent housing programs.

Responsibilities include:

1. Management of medication system for all clients, including:

• Receiving and reviewing medications
• Assisting with refills
• Ensuring safe storage of medications
• Providing clients with supplies and access to medications
• Monitoring client reactions and reporting side effects

1. Providing nursing screenings for all new clients
2. Connecting clients with psychiatric, medical, and substance abuse providers
3. Participating in weekly clinical meetings with medical staff, case management, and administrative staff
4. Communicating regularly with onsite psychiatric and medical providers, case managers, and staff
5. Communicating with off-site psychiatric providers as needed
6. Administering medications and injections ordered by providers
7. Providing medication education and assisting clients with self-administration
8. Offering ongoing health education and support
9. Maintaining documentation in line with agency policies
10. Supporting tele-psychiatry operations as scheduled
11. Assisting with Primary Care Clinic, Residential, and Substance Use Program coverage as needed

Education Credentials/Requirements:

Licensed in New York State as an LPN

Experience:

Experience working with homeless individuals is preferred.

Preferred Skills:

• Communication: Excellent oral and listening skills
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to interface effectively with clients and staff at all levels
• Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel