LPN (OPWDD)

Talent Link Group, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay: $40–$45/hour

Consistent schedules

Multiple locations and shifts

Long-term assignments

Credentialing support

Job summary

Talent Link Group seeks Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to provide hands-on care in OPWDD residential programs across NYC and Westchester. You will administer medications, monitor health, and document care under the supervision of an RN.

Seeking detail-oriented professionals with NY LPN licensure, strong communication, and the ability to work across multiple sites and shifts. Long-term assignments with credentialing support are available.

Qualifications

• Must hold NY LPN license and registration.
• Graduate of approved Practical Nursing program.
• Strong medication administration and direct patient care skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work under RN supervision at multiple NYC/Westchester program sites.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and maintain records.
• Provide direct nursing and bedside care.
• Monitor condition changes and report to RN.
• Maintain progress notes and medical records.
• Assist RN with coordinating healthcare services.
• Schedule and assist with medical appointments.
• Assist with medication ordering and inventory.
• Support infection control practices.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care team.
• Communicate with RNs, physicians, DSPs, families, and providers.

Skills

Medication administration

Direct patient care

Documentation

Communication

RN collaboration

Education

LPN license (New York)

Practical Nursing degree

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – OPWDD

Pay: $40–$45/hour
Location: New York City & Westchester
Employment Type: Full-Time / Contract
Schedule: Multiple Shifts Available

Talent Link Group is seeking Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to provide hands‑on nursing care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in OPWDD residential programs. Working under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), the LPN will provide medication administration, direct nursing care, first aid, health monitoring, and support with ongoing medical needs.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and maintain accurate medication records.
• Provide direct nursing, bedside care, first aid, and routine treatments.
• Monitor individuals for changes in condition, illness, or infection and report concerns to the supervising RN.
• Maintain progress notes, medical records, and other required documentation.
• Assist the RN in coordinating healthcare services and following physician treatment plans.
• Schedule and assist with medical appointments and follow up on physician recommendations.
• Assist with medication ordering, storage, and inventory.
• Support infection‑control and preventative health practices.
• Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary care team.
• Communicate effectively with RNs, physicians, DSPs, families, and other providers.

Requirements

• Current New York State Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license and registration.
• Graduate of an approved Practical Nursing program.
• Strong medication administration and direct patient‑care skills.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Willingness to work at various program sites throughout NYC and Westchester: OPWDD, I/DD, group home, behavioral health, or community‑based nursing experience preferred.

Why Talent Link Group?

• Pay: $40–$45/hour
• Consistent schedules
• Multiple locations and shifts
• Long‑term assignments
• Dedicated staffing and credentialing support