Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Licensed Practical Nurse Type Regular Part-Time Job ID 31334 Schedule 24 hrs/week; varying days Overview

$30/hr

 

A unique opportunity to work with the pediatric population in a non-hospital setting! Alongside our psychiatry and clinical team you will provide direct care to our youth focused on self-advocacy, respect, and personal growth during their short term residential placement. 

Responsibilities Monitors the physical condition of clients and maintains all medical records as required.Maintains information for staff regarding any changes in the health or medical status, as well as the medications for every client.Serves as a member of the treatment team whenever appropriate or requested by the programs administration to provide information relative to the health, medical or medications for the clients.Provides all medically related case management functions in working with the family, social services agencies, collaterals, and/or sending school districts.Arranges medical and dental appointments for all clients as necessary and in a timely manner.Works with program staff to coordinate appointments and provide for transportation.Provides health related workshops and seminars for students covering topics of daily and personal hygiene.Oversees the ordering and inventorying of all first aid and medical supplies for the program.Provide comprehensive oversight and management of the medication program.Monitor the physical condition of clients involved in physical restraints or demonstrating emotional responses that may affect their health and well-being. Ensure that medications are packaged and prepared for off-campus activitiesOversee record-keeping functions as related to health records, medical findings, and regulatory requirements.Work with referring agents to ensure that medical data is current, available, and accurate, including immunizations and other health-related requirements for school attendance and/or residential living.Consult with the Medical Director, Psychiatrist, clinical staff, and the program administration regarding the emotional, behavioral, and treatment needs of clients, including health issues, medication-related needs, side-effects, and behavioral changes, positive or negative, as necessary and appropriate. Qualifications AS or BS in nursing required.LPN License required.Prior Experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse required.Experience with children, adolescents, and families preferred.Candidates must possess a valid driver’s license as required by the position.  This position is responsible for transporting our youth for recreation and safety purposes.   Options Apply for this job onlineApplyShareRefer this job to a friendRefer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed Share this job on your Social Network! | More

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