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Salary Range $28.57 - $28.57 Hourly

Level Experienced

Position Type Full Time

Job Shift Any

Education Level 2 Year Degree

Travel Percentage Up to 50%

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 compassionate Licensed 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physician's medication orders, monitor medication administration sheets, report errors appropriately, and dispose of outdated medications according to policy.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.