LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - LPN (UNION)

UCP Long Island is a not for profit agency whose mission is to advance the independence, productivity and full citizenship of persons with cerebral palsy and other disabilities. We are proud to celebrate our 75+ years of creating opportunities and helping to fulfill the dreams of thousands of individuals and families. We remain committed to our goal of Creating Life Without Limits for People With Disabilities!

Seeking dedicated Licensed Practical Nurses for Full Time or Part Time shifts at our 31-bed intermediate care facility in Commack.

Schedule: 7:00am-3:30pm, 3:00pm-11:30pm, or 11:00pm-7:30am

All F/T and P/T LPN shifts at this location require at least one weekend shift per week on a recurring basis

General Purpose of the Job Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, assist in the overall health and safety of the individuals served.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Knowledge of all medications for all individuals.

• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physician.

• Generate incident, seizure, and illness reports.

• Monitor and report health care on daily flow report records.

• Instruct mid-level supervisors and direct care staff in above, i.e., hygiene, diet, weights, etc.

• Submit written monthly, quarterly, annual nursing/medical progress notes.

• Coordinate laboratory care and medical appointments (routine, fees, special and emergency).

• Maintain functioning interpersonal relationships with other disciplines.

• Maintain ongoing communication with other programs, i.e., client health care.

• Monitor program participants during mealtimes.

• Order, record, and maintain sufficient/adequate supply of medication.

• Maintain sufficient/adequate amount of medical supplies/materials.

• Maintain accurate medical records including medication administration sheets, Kardex, Formulary, etc.

• Provide emergency first aid. Coordinate emergency services.

• Supervise direct care staff in absence of mid-level supervisor.