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LPN

Job Details

Level

Experienced

Job Location

Bronx - Bronx, NY

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

2 Year Degree

Salary Range

$27.85 Hourly

Travel Percentage

Up to 50%

Job Shift

Any

Job Category

Nurse

Description

• Now Hiring: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)| Full-Time | Bronx, NY & Westchester County 🚨

Are you passionate about healthcare and making a difference in the lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities? We are seeking a compassionateLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN)to join our dedicated team and provide high-quality nursing care to the individuals we support in our residential facilities.

Why Join Us?As an LPN at IAHD, you will be part of a team committed to providing individualized care and ensuring the health and safety of the people we support. This is a fulfilling role where you’ll have the opportunity to make a direct impact on the well-being of others.

What You’ll Do:• 🩺 Nursing Care & Support:Provide nursing supports to individuals as needed, including direct care when necessary.• 📑 Documentation & Medical Records:Complete nursing notes, including medical changes, interventions, recommendations, and communications with providers, day services, and families. Maintain appropriate medical records in accordance with OPWDD and best practice standards.• 🏥 Monitor Health & Medication:Continuously monitor individuals’ medical needs, provide treatments, and document medical histories. Ensure medications are being administered properly, and take appropriate action if there are discrepancies or errors.• 💊 Medication Management:Ensure prescriptions are filled/refilled, record physician's medication orders, monitor medication administration sheets, report errors appropriately, and dispose of outdated medications according to policy.• 📊 Clinical Data & Reports:Review clinical data and upload medical information into My Health and Evero. Provide weekly reports to the IDT (Interdisciplinary Team) and ensure accurate documentation.• 🦠 Infection Control & Preventive Measures:Implement protective and preventive measures regarding communicable diseases and promote health and hygiene practices.• 🧑‍⚕️ Collaboration:Work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and collaborate with other healthcare providers to ensure the highest level of care for individuals.• 🗂 Healthcare Provider Management:Add and update healthcare provider information in systems to maintain accurate medical records.

What We’re Looking For:• ✅ Education & Licensing:Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in New York State, licensed by the New York State Department of Education.• ✅ Experience:Preferred two years of experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities, but not required.• ✅ Skills:Ability to review and manage medical records, communicate effectively with individuals, families, and staff, and manage healthcare documentation.• ✅ Certifications:AMAP, SCIP, and CPR certification (or ability to obtain within six months of hire).• ✅ Vaccination:Must be fully vaccinated (COVID-19).• ✅ Other:Strong organizational skills, ability to work independently, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of healthcare and safety.

Job Details: 📍 Primary Locations:Bronx, NY & Westchester County 🕒 Schedule:Full-Time 40hrs (with some flexibility in hours as needed).

Join Our Team!If you are a dedicated LPN looking to make a difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities, we want to hear from you! Apply today and become a part of our compassionate team at IAHD.

IAHD is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.