Practical Nurse

Urban Pathways; New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,952 - 44,510; Part time

Job summary

A community service organization in New York City is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide clinical nursing care to vulnerable residents. The role includes monitoring client well-being and advocating for their medical needs. Successful candidates will have strong communication skills and a background in nursing. A hybrid work schedule is available, with four days in-office and one day remote.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of medical/nursing experience in an acute care hospital is a plus.
• Experience with homeless, mentally-ill, and substance abuse population preferred.
• Valid NYS Licensed Practical Nurse is required.

Responsibilities

• Provides professional and clinical nursing care to clients in their residences/programs.
• Monitors client behavior, medical and mental health well-being, and medication intake.
• Advocates for clients regarding plans for medical and psychiatric care.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong computer skills

Strong assessment skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Practical Nursing

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Client database system(s)

Job description

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Base pay range

$23.92/hr - $32.31/hr

The salary range is based on several factors, including, but not limited to, overall experience, relevant experience, education level, certifications, applicable skills, and expertise.

Hybrid: 4 days in office/1 day remote

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About Urban Pathways

Since 1975, Urban Pathways has engaged New York City’s most vulnerable residents, people on the streets or in areas unfit for human habitation, “lighting the path home, one person at a time.” Urban Pathways is a catalyst for transformative change in the lives of unhoused adults, empowering them to discover their inherent strengths and abilities. We provide essential support and foster an environment where individuals can redefine their narratives and become their best selves.

Summary

Reporting to the Program Director/Director of Social Services/Social Services Supervisor, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides professional and clinical nursing care to clients in their residences/programs. The LPN assesses, develops and implements nursing care needs and case management services to clients.

Responsibilities

Program/Facilities

• Advocates for clients regarding plans for medical and psychiatric care.
• Assists with intake, medical update and documents medical data in client database system(s).
• Documents client progress and reports significant changes in an accurate and timely manner in client database system(s).
• Monitors client behavior, medical and mental health well-being, and medication intake.
• Coordinates patient care with program staff, care coordinators and external providers including medical, mental health, and community resources.
• Assesses, collaborates and coordinates discharge planning needs and readiness for discharge with other members of the health care team as required by Urban Pathways and funding and regulatory agency policies and procedures.
• Monitors client self-administration of medication in accordance with Urban Pathways policies and procedures.
• Works closely with program management to manage crisis situations. Reports incidents within 24 hours.
• Communicates with medical/mental health providers and program management regarding changes in client condition and/or significant health related events such as post-operative complications and medication errors.
• Assesses and communicates suicidal/homicidal risk factors and ideations.
• Ensures that client care is compliant with Urban Pathways, funding and regulatory agency policies and procedures.
• Facilitates wellness self-management groups as needed.
  
  

Administrative

• Maintains and submits all necessary documentation and reports accurately, in a timely manner and as required by Urban Pathways, regulatory and funding agency policies, and procedures.
• Enters progress notes after each client meeting within 48 hours and/or as mandated by Program.
• Completes Intake/Admission documentation within 24 hours of client admission, as mandated by Program.
• Documents assessments in client records within required timeframe (not applicable for Outreach Program).
• Updates information in client records, as required.
  
  

Community Relations

• Develops and maintains relationships and coordinates client care with medical, mental health, community, and public services and resources.
  
  

Communication

• Communicates verbally and in writing in a professional manner at all times.
• Facilitates and participates in meetings to report on clients’ progress, share educational resources and discuss clients’ care and goals.
• Attends staff meetings, trainings, and supervisory sessions, as required.
• Responds to all communications including telephone, email and other oral and written inquiries in a timely manner.
  
  

Qualifications

Performs all other duties as assigned and as required.

Education and Experience

• Graduate of an accredited school of Practical Nursing required.
• Minimum of one year of medical/ nursing experience in an acute care hospital a plus.
• Experience with homeless, mentally-ill and substance abuse population preferred.
  
  

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).
• Knowledge of client database system(s).
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong assessment skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and resourcefulness.
• Foreign languages a plus.
  
  

Licenses

• Valid NYS Licensed Practical Nurse required.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving a plus.
  

Other

• Required to work a flexible schedule including weekends, holidays and evenings.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• All programs require field work , client escorts and use of public transportation.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, push, pull, lift (up to 25 lbs.), type, write, read, speak, see, and hear.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations

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