LPN Position Available In Erie, New York
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Job Description
Description Your Experience Matters – New Higher Salaries Based on Experience Hourly pay range: $26-$29 As directed by the RN, assists with the monitoring and coordination of the delivery of health care services for individuals with developmental disabilities who are in a structured day program.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES
+ Assists with monitoring and coordinating the delivery of preventive routine health care, therapies and programs for individuals with developmental disabilities + Adheres to and assists with ensuring facility compliance with all Physician, NP, PA, etc. orders. + Assists with coordinating medical program needs with community services, medical providers and other related agencies. + Assists with ensuring adequate completion of health related exams, appointments, laboratory/diagnostic testing as ordered or required. + Safely transports individuals to and from appointments and community outings if necessary. + Assists with the monitoring of medication administration in the facility. + Administers medications, treatments and supplements as assigned. + Assists with providing health services training for staff. + Participates as an active member of the Interdisciplinary Team. + Maintains compliance with and assists with ensuring facility compliance with all applicable State/Federal regulations and agency policy and procedure. + Maintains communication with Medical Liaison, Program Manager, Program Administrator, Service Coordinator and other staff as necessary. + Monitors that transportation and all medical specific procedures are being performed adequately by direct care staff + Performs CPR and Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention (SCIP-R) + Complies with all agency policies and procedures + Other duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
+ Current NYS licensure to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse + NYS Drivers License that meets agency policy + Ability to meet physical requirements of the position when performing the following: Standing, walking, sitting, bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling and climbing + Lifting requirements of 50lbs + Ability to lift and transfer individuals manually and mechanically as required by prescribed program/plan + Ability to move, reposition, and place individuals in pieces of equipment + Physical agility and ability to react to emergency situations, including maintaining Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention (SCIP-R) certification as per regulatory guidelines + CPR certification required
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBLITIES
This job has no supervisory responsibilities. #RNLPN Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
