LPN-HP542702

ICL inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

ICL inc. is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for on-site work at 180 W 135th St, New York, NY 10030. Under supervision of a Supervising Registered Nurse, the LPN will provide nursing care, health teaching, and restorative support within established standards of practice.

The role involves case finding, health counseling, medication administration, care planning, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to support residents with mental disabilities.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited LPN program.
• At least 1 year of experience providing services to individuals with mental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide symptom assessment, management, and supportive counseling to consumers.
• Administer medications and document activities per agency protocols.
• Assist in formulating nursing diagnoses and treatment plan recommendations as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Assess health conditions daily and communicate changes to the team.
• Maintain medication records and assist with inventories of medical supplies.
• Document case notes, assessments, and progress in records.
• Provide crisis assessment and intervention as needed.
• Assist with daily living activities and social activities for residents.

Skills

LPN license

Experience with mental disabilities

Patient care

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse program

Job description

Project HIP 180 W 135th St New York, NY 10030, USA

Education: Completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program.

Experience: At least one (1) year of experience providing services to individuals with mental disabilities.

Certifications/Licenses:

• Valid New York State Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license
• Current New York State registration
• Must maintain current First Aid and CPR certification

Work Eligibility: Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Work Location Requirement: Onsite - 180 W 135th St New York, NY 10030

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Medical (HSA), Dental, and Vision plans
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Generous Paid Time Off: Vacation, Personal, Sick, Mental Health Days, and 12 paid holidays
• Employee Wellness Programs: Employee Assistance Program and mental health resources
• Learning & Development Opportunities: Educational Leave and Tuition Assistance, Training, and Career Development Tracks
• Additional Perks: Commuter Benefits, recognition programs, discount programs, flexible spending plans, and voluntary benefits including pet insurance, identity theft insurance, legal plans, and ancillary benefits

About the Role

Under the supervision of a Supervising Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical Nurse provides nursing care in accordance with recognized nursing techniques, procedures, and established standards within the scope of practical nursing. The role includes case finding, health teaching, health counseling, and the provision of supportive and restorative care under the direction of a registered professional nurse.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide symptom assessment, management, and supportive counseling to consumers
• Administer medications and document activities in accordance with agency medication administration protocols; maintain copies of provider prescriptions
• Assist in the formulation of nursing diagnoses and treatment plan recommendations, including short- and long-term goals, as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Assess consumers’ health conditions daily and communicate changes in needs and plans of care to team members
• Implement physician orders accurately, both directly and indirectly
• Report consumer needs, problems, and health observations to the Registered Nurse and/or physician
• Observe and document consumer behavior and responses to treatment, rehabilitation programs, support services, and medications in accordance with agency and audit standards
• Document significant behavioral responses and assist in crisis and emergency situations to protect consumers, staff, and others
• Perform weekly or assigned inventories of medical supplies and maintain accurate counts of controlled substances
• Maintain medication records on a monthly or assigned basis
• Participate in fire drills, headcounts, fire-watch, and heat safety activities; assist with accounting for residents/consumers and missing person procedures as required
• Maintain accurate and timely case records, including progress notes, service plan reviews, assessments, medical records, and daily logbook entries
• Provide crisis assessment and intervention
• Assist consumers with basic daily living activities and support social activities and relationships
• Provide or arrange emergency medical care
• Conduct or assist with educational discussions on medication effects, coping skills, assertiveness training, sexuality, and related topics
• Provide health-related referrals and community resource information
• Participate in staff development activities
• Ensure the medication room is clean, organized, and maintained
• Perform other related duties as assigned

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