LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - LPN (UNION)

UCP Long Island; Commack (NY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Pension Plan

403(b) Retirement Plan

AFLAC benefits

Job summary

UCP Long Island is seeking dedicated Licensed Practical Nurses for full time or part time shifts at our 31-bed intermediate care facility in Commack, NY. Schedule options include 7:00am-3:30pm, 3:00pm-11:30pm, or 11:00pm-7:30am, with at least one weekend shift per week.

Under RN supervision, you will administer medications, monitor health status, document progress, and coordinate care with labs and physicians.

Qualifications

• New York State Licensed Practical Nurse credential is required.
• Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from a two-year college; or equivalent.
• One to six months' related experience and/or training; weekend shifts are required.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physician.
• Generate and maintain nursing/medical progress notes.
• Coordinate laboratory care and medical appointments as needed.
• Maintain accurate medical records including medication administration sheets and Kardex.
• Provide emergency first aid and coordinate emergency services.
• Supervise direct care staff in absence of mid-level supervisor.

Skills

LPN License

Medication Administration

Vital Signs

Documentation

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

A.A. in Nursing or equivalent

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Commack, NY 11725Salary Range: $32.50 - $32.50 HourlyUCP Long Island is a not for profit agency whose mission is to advance the independence, productivity and full citizenship of persons with cerebral palsy and other disabilities. We are proud to celebrate our 75+ years of creating opportunities and helping to fulfill the dreams of thousands of individuals and families. We remain committed to our goal of Creating Life Without Limits for People With Disabilities!

Seeking dedicated Licensed Practical Nurses for Full Time or Part Time shifts at our 31-bed intermediate care facility in Commack.

Schedule: 7:00am-3:30pm, 3:00pm-11:30pm, or 11:00pm-7:30am

All F/T and P/T LPN shifts at this location require at least one weekend shift per week on a recurring basis

General Purpose of the Job

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, assist in the overall health and safety of the individuals served.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Knowledge of all medications for all individuals.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physician.
• Generate incident, seizure, and illness reports.
• Monitor and report health care on daily flow report records.
• Instruct mid-level supervisors and direct care staff in above, i.e., hygiene, diet, weights, etc.
• Submit written monthly, quarterly, annual nursing/medical progress notes.
• Coordinate laboratory care andmedical appointments (routine, fees, special and emergency).
• Maintain functioning interpersonal relationships with other disciplines.
• Maintain ongoing communication with other programs, i.e., client health care.
• Monitor program participants during mealtimes.
• Order, record, and maintain sufficient/adequate supply of medication.
• Maintain sufficient/adequate amount of medical supplies/materials.
• Maintain accurate medical records including medication administration sheets, Kardex, Formulary, etc.
• Provide emergency first aid. Coordinate emergency services.
• Supervise direct care staff in absence of mid-level supervisor.

QualificationsEducation and/or Experience

Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school and one to six months' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

New York State Licensed Practical Nurse

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package for F/T and Eligible P/T Staff includes:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Free, Company Sponsored Base Life Insurance
• Generous Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time
• Paid Holidays
• Pension Plan
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Voluntary AFLAC benefits

UCP of Long Island is an Equal Opportunity Employer