LPN – Skilled Nursing & Care Coordination in ICF

Citizens Options Unlimited; East Shoreham (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Citizens Medically Frail Intermediate Care Facility (ICF) provides 24-hour nursing and rehabilitative services to residents with chronic conditions, helping them stay in the community with enhanced medical supports and fewer hospital stays.

The role involves administering medications and treatments, coordinating care under the RN, and advocating for each individual’s health needs while promoting the agency’s mission and maintaining quality of life for participants.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

NYS LPN license

CPR

Fire safety

Medication knowledge

Hospital experience

Long-term care experience

ID population experience

Job description

Citizens Medically Frail Intermediate Care Facility (ICF) provides 24-hour nursing and rehabilitative services to residents with chronic conditions, helping them stay in the community with enhanced medical supports and fewer hospital stays.

The role involves administering medications and treatments, coordinating care under the RN, and advocating for each individual’s health needs while promoting the agency’s mission and maintaining quality of life for participants.