Full Time Position
$33.00 - LPN
$50.00 hr - RN
Benefits Available for Full Time Employees:
- Generous Paid Time Off Policy
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Basic Group Life AD&D Insurance (No Cost)
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Other Voluntary Benefits
- Reimbursement for Professional Development Expenses
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement Program (401k)
- 8 Paid Holidays
MAIN FUNCTION:
- Provide high-quality nursing care under RN supervision.
- Ensure a safe, therapeutic environment for patients and staff.
- Participate in nursing assessments and assist with patient care.
- Manage medication administration and maintain accurate documentation.
- Adhere to infection control measures and universal precautions.
- Support nursing team efficiency.
- Use assigned information systems as needed.
- Classified as Essential for emergency closure purposes.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ensure that all clients are treated with dignity and respect.
- Affirming care for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning clients.
- Engage in nursing assessments and obtain shift reports.
- Document nursing care in clients' EMRs.
- Manage physician orders; enter medications in MAR, treatments/consultations in day book, MAR, and EMR.
- Review physician orders with the RN in charge.
- Maintain infection control records and adhere to precautions.
- Prepare patients and assist with physical exams.
- Support a safe and therapeutic environment for patients and staff.
- Assist with record-keeping and annual employee health clearances.
- Keep Director of Nursing and Clinical Department informed of significant client matters.
- Attend job-related meetings and in-service education.
- Inform charge nurse of office supply needs and Nursing Supervisor of medical supply needs.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS:
- Perform nursing assessments under RN supervision.
- Administer medications as ordered, with knowledge of basic pharmacology, nebulizers, PPD placement, and IM injections.
- Proficient in basic nursing skills: EKGs, diabetic accuchecks, and intoximeter use.
- Assess and medicate clients for detoxification.
- Competent in age-specific care for adolescent and geriatric clients.
- Proficient in EMR systems, Microsoft Outlook, and other information systems.
- Develop and implement nursing care plans and treatment reviews.
- Assess clients' psychiatric history and current status.
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- Current New York State LPN or RN licensure.
- Current CPR certification.
- Oxygen Therapy certification.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Regularly required to talk, hear, stand, walk, use hands, handle or feel, and reach.
- Assist with patient ambulation and transfer as needed.
- Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch.
- Visual acuity required for accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness in work assignments and observations.
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