Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Per Diem
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Per Diem
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Peoples Arc of Suffolk mission is to support and advocate with individuals of all ages with unique abilities and challenges. Our commitment is to provide individualized high quality services utilizing personcentered approaches assisting them to discover and define their own quality of life.
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ROLE SUMMARY:
Under the direct supervision of the Supervising Nurse an employee of this class is responsible for providing direct nursing care to the program individuals.
We are a wellestablished and growing organization looking for per diem and oncall licensed practical nurses who want to have an impact on the everyday life of individuals we support to make a difference. The licensed practical nurse is responsible for the assessment of health status development of the plan of care implementation of treatment plan and evaluation of patient status evaluation of individuals for changing levels of care and collaborating with the health care team to concentrate on preventive services and maintain a personcentered approach. Licensed practical nurses will educate certify and supervise AMAP (approved medication administration person) staff in the performance of nursing tasks and activities.
- New graduates are welcome
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Carries out the treatment plan as prescribed.
- Administers medications as prescribed.
- Assists in medical followup and in any special medical screenings (i.e. glaucoma etc.).
- Participates in the certification of staff for AMAP in semiannual recertification.
- Requisitions and maintains medical equipment and supplies.
- Conducts group sessions in such programs as weight control diabetes hypertension nutrition and other related areas as may be appropriate.
- Assess the ability of clients to selfmedicate.
- Assists in maintaining and updating related medical charts.
- Provides oversight to AMAPcertified staff.
- Utilizes Universal Precautions.
JOB TYPE: Per Diem (Oncall)
HOURLY RATE: $26.69$31.08
Let talk! For immediate consideration Call Juliana atExten. 2107 or email
Requirements
- Valid NYS LPN License
*All hires must possess a valid NYS Drivers License at the time of hire.
Employment Type
Trainee
