LPN (Shoreham)

Citizens Options Unlimited; Village of Shoreham (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Citizens Options Unlimited seeks a licensed practical nurse for its Citizens Medically Frail ICF in New York. The role provides 24-hour nursing support and habilitative services, including psychology, physical therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, nutrition and recreation, to residents with chronic conditions who wish to remain in the community.

Primary duties include administering medications and treatments, coordinating services under the direction of the RN, promoting the agency's

Qualifications

• Must hold NYS Licensed Practical Nurse license (LPN).
• CPR, fire safety training and medication knowledge required.
• Minimum 6 months hospital or long-term care experience, preferably with ID population.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and medical treatments; monitor residents' health status.
• Coordinate delivery of primary and specialized medical services under RN supervision; advocate for residents.
• Promote and uphold the agency mission in all interactions with residents and staff.
• Support residents to participate in daily activities and maintain a high quality of life.

Skills

Nursing care

Medication administration

Patient advocacy

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) NYS

Tools

CPR certification

Fire safety training

Job description

Citizens Medically Frail Intermediate Care Facility (ICF) provides enhanced medical support to those in need of 24-hour nursing services along with habilitative services, psychology, physical therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, nursing, nutrition and recreation services. Residents with chronic medical conditions are able to remain in the community while receiving enhanced medical supports and reduce disruptive and restrictive hospital stays.

Primary duties and responsibilities include but not limited to

• Maintains optimal health care for ICF individuals by administering medication and medical treatments, and monitoring health status
• Coordinates the delivery of primary and specialized medical services under the direction of the RN, and serves as medical services advocate for each individual
• Practices and promotes the agency's mission statement in every interaction
• Provide ongoing support to people in becoming active participants in every aspect of their lives and to ensure that a high quality of life is maintained

Physical Demands/Work Environment

Physical aspects may include but are not limited to lifting and transferring of an adult/child participant

Requirements

• Must be a NYS licensed practical nurse. CPR, fire safety training, and medication knowledge is required
• Six months of hospital or long-term care experience, preferably working with the ID population