LPN (P/T) ICF Group Home (Queens)

AHRC New York City; New York (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

AHRC New York City is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for two overnight shifts at a Jamaica, Queens residence. The LPN will monitor health and safety needs of people supported living in our residences to promote wellness. Shift: 7pm–7am, Saturday and Sunday.

Pay rate: $35–$36.50 per hour. Responsibilities include supervising staff in ADLs, feeding, medication administration, infection control, documentation, and coordinating with RN supervisors.

Qualifications

• Current NYS LPN licensure is required.
• CPR certification (AHA or equivalent) required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise direct support staff in personal hygiene and activities of daily living.
• Supervise mealtime and feeding protocols with adherence to nutritional guidelines.
• Perform medication administration per procedure outline.
• Monitor infection control practices and supplier readiness for First Aid supplies.
• Document medical findings for RN review and inclusion in nursing plans.
• Report any significant medical deviations to RN Supervisor immediately.
• Communicate concerns to medical providers and RN Supervisor.
• Maintain family communications regarding medical concerns.
• Provide post-operative, routine or preventative medical treatments per orders.
• Monitor vital signs and weights; obtain baseline medical information.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations; proper charting.
• Attend medical appointments as scheduled; follow emergency procedures.
• Provide coverage per staffing schedules and complete trainings.

Skills

Communication

Team player

Multitasking

Tactful interaction

Education

NYS Licensed Practical Nurse Licensure

CPR certification (AHA or equivalent)

Job description

Company Description

AHRC New York City is a family governed organization that envisions a socially just world where the power of difference is embraced. We advocate for people who are neurodiverse to lead full and equitable lives. Generosity guides us as we honor our legacy and continuously grow through a culture where curiosity, creativity, and optimism are valued and celebrated.

Job Description

AHRC NYC is looking for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) to fill two Overnight shifts at their Queens ICF residence. The LPN will monitor health and safety needs of people supported living in our residences to promote wellness.

Location: Jamaica, Queens

Available shifts: 7pm-7am.... Saturday and Sunday.

Pay Rate: $35-$36.50 per hour.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise and participate with the direct support staff tasks related to personal hygiene, Activities of Daily Living, incontinence care, and environmental cleanliness, ensuring these tasks are properly performed.
• Supervise and participate with the direct support staff in mealtime and feeding protocols, to assure adherence to recommended nutritional and medical guidelines.
• Perform medication administration as per procedure outline.
• Report and oversee infection control practices as outlined per agency and per program- specific exposure control plans.
• Oversee and ensure adequate basic First Aid supplies are available as necessary for the safety of people supported, per departmental guidelines.
• Report and document medical findings for RN review and for inclusion to a persons plan of nursing services.
• Reporting immediately any significant deviations in the medical status of a person supported to RN Supervisor.
• Communicate, report and document the issues and concerns of the person supported to primary medical provider and RN Supervisor.
• Communicate with families and maintain family contacts to inform and discuss pertinent medical concerns of people supported.
• Provide post-operative, routine or preventative medical treatments and interventions as per MD or RN order (i.e., G-tube feedings, wound and skin care, urinary drainage systems maintenance, blood glucose monitoring, passive and active range of motion therapy).
• Obtain baseline and monitor medical information (Vital Sign Monitoring, Weights).
• Ensure ongoing compliance and quality assurance with Federal and State regulations pertinent to the operation of the residence.
• Utilize appropriate and expected medical charting skills.
• Attend medical appointments as requested by RN Supervisor as individual LPN scheduling permits.
• Observe and follow through on established emergency notification procedures in a manner which will ensure the safety and welfare of all people supported.
• Provide coverage in accordance with established staffing schedules.
• Attend and successfully complete all necessary training programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current NYS Licensed Practical Nurse Licensure required.
• AHA or equivalent CPR certification.
• Experience with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities is preferred but not required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and work as member of a team.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, people supported, family members, visitors, government agencies, and the general public.
• Must have the ability to implement the programs goals, objectives, policies, procedures, etc. of the Residential Nursing Services Department.
• Must maintain the oversight of care and use of supplies, equipment, etc. and maintain the appearance of the site.
• Valid NYS Drivers license highly preferred.

Additional Information

AHRC New York City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disabi