Nurse LPN Foster Care

Northern Rivers Family Of Services

Job Location:

Albany, GA - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 27 - 28

Posted on: 11 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Details

Albany-New Karner-NPCS - Albany NY

Full Time

$27.00 - $28.00 Hourly

Up to 50%

Description

As a Licensed Practical Nurse in Foster Care you will coordinate appropriate medical care dental care and mental health services nursing care/services to a youth and adolescent population with emotional behavioral and physical needs. You will ensure that medical treatment services meet the requirements of the regulating agency. You will report to a Registered Nurse and you will work onsite.

Responsibilities:

Communicate with medical director/providers regarding observation in clients health/behavior.
Provide client and family education regarding medications and treatments.
Collaborate with our staff regarding concerns and behaviors.
Participate in Interdisciplinary Medication Review meetings.
Nursing documentation using EHR.
Update discharge planning needs.
See foster children in foster homes as needed.
Other duties as assigned within scope of practice and based on agency needs.

Requirements and Education:

LPN Licensed in New York State.
1 to 2 years of experience.
Experience working with youth and adolescent population desired.
Must pass physical.
Must have a valid NYS drivers license and reliable transportation.

Benefits

Health care package: medical dental and vision
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Holiday Pay
401 (K) plan
Life Insurance
Loan repayment assistance
Free training/CEU opportunities

Job Details Albany-New Karner-NPCS - Albany NY Full Time $27.00 - $28.00 Hourly Up to 50% Description As a Licensed Practical Nurse in Foster Care you will coordinate appropriate medical care dental care and mental health services nursing care/services to a youth and adolescent population with emoti...