Substitute Licensed Practical Nurse

New Jersey Institute for Disabilities; Edison (NJ); Hybrid; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sick Leave

On the Job Training

Job summary

A leading nonprofit agency in New Jersey is seeking a per diem Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to work with adults with developmental disabilities in a Group Home program. Responsibilities include administering medications, assisting with daily living activities, and documentation. The ideal candidate should hold a valid NJ State Practical Nurse License and have a high school diploma or equivalent. This role offers flexibility in hours and locations, making it a great opportunity to make a difference in people’s lives.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid NJ State Practical Nurse License.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Driver's license in good standing, insurable under NJID's automobile insurance.

Responsibilities

• Administer medication and medical treatments as required.
• Accompany individuals to medical appointments as needed.
• Assist with activities of daily living as necessary.
• Complete data entry using Therap (EHR).
• Implement medically prescribed diets and exercise programs.

Skills

Experience with g-tube feedings

Experience working with intellectual, developmental, and related disabilities

Administration of medications

Assistance with activities of daily living

Data entry using Therap (EHR)

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Valid NJ State Practical Nurse License

Job description

Overview

New Jersey Institute for Disabilities (NJID) is one of the largest not-for-profit agencies of its kind in the nation, providing services to infants, children, and adults with developmental and related disabilities. NJID offers specialized facilities, programs, and support throughout New Jersey. Join our dedicated staff of more than 500 and make a difference in someone\'s life!

We are recruiting for a per diem Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to work with adults with developmental and related disabilities in a Group Home program setting in Edison, Manalapan & Manahawkin, NJ. The qualified candidate will provide nursing to group home residents while ensuring the general well-being of each individual served.

Job Responsibilities

• Administers medication and medical treatments as required and completes documentation
• Accompanies individuals to and from medical appointments and activities as needed
• Assists with activities of daily living as needed
• Data entry using Therap (EHR)
• Implements medically prescribed diets and exercise programs
• Completes documentation that is necessary for program operations in a timely manner

Job Requirements

• A valid NJ State Practical Nurse License
• HS diploma or equivalent
• A valid driver\'s license is in good standing and must be insurable under NJID\'s automobile insurance
• Experience with g-tube feedings
• Experience working with intellectual, developmental, and related disabilities preferred

Position Requirements

Location: Edison, Manalapan & Manahawkin
County: Middlesex, Monmouth & Ocean
Hours Per Work Week: As needed
Weekly Work Schedule: As needed

Other shifts are available at this location.

NJID has full-time, part-time, and per diem opportunities in Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, and Somerset Counties.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave
• On the Job Training

NJID EOE Statement

It is NJID\'s policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expressing, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an agency, we value diversity of background and opinion and prohibit discrimination or harassment based on any legally protected class in hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment.