BHS Licensed Practical Nurse Full-TimeN

For over 125 years Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens has been providing quality social services to the neighborhoods of Brooklyn and Queens and currently offers 160-plus programs and services for children youth adults seniors and those struggling with mental illness. STATEMENT OF THE JOB:Under the direction of the Residential Supervisor the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will meet CCNS requirements for qualitative and quantitative contacts with clients. Will conduct groups related to wellness and self -management provide psychoeducation to improve participants understanding and management of specific disorders and assist clients in managing their medication LPN advocates on behalf of individuals by making referrals to other health care providers reviewing medical reports and providing counseling around making healthy dietary choices to improve LPN provides direct nursing services to clients that focus on health promotion restoration maintenance and prevention of CCNS requirements for computer generated typed qualitative and quantitative documentation. This includes producing progress notes for every client and collateral contact (including both face to face and telephone contacts) writing and completing thorough accurate notes on behalf of the individual. Write notes concurrently in the presence of participants. Take blood pressure and glucose readings from clients as needed; responds to medical emergencies when they occur on CCNS premises until EMS arrivesEnsuring that target population has access to service according to contractual requirements and Agency and coordinating psychiatrist psychopharmacology to HIPPA guidelines of confidentiality of individual health information and respects the confidentiality of staff as for Medication Management Monitoring of Medications and Medication Safekeeping and Medication and advise those in both medical and psychiatric position on the urgent needs of caseload with a minimum of 5 consumers adhering to all standards put forth by agency and funding in in-service trainings and attend relevant workshops/conferences at the request of or with the permission the Clinical Director. Participate as needed in Agency response to serious :New York State Licensed Practical License and Current Registration. Current CPR (BLS) First AidAbility to be present in End of Life issues and Aging in PlaceAbility to assess an individuals ability to remain in Independent housingAbility to work as a Team memberAbility to lift at least up to 30 :We offer competitive salary and excellent benefits including:Generous time off (Vacation/ Personal Days/ Sick Days/ Paid Holidays annually)MedicalDentalVisionRetirement Savings with Agency MatchTransitFlexible Spending AccountLife insurancePublic Loan Forgiveness Qualified EmployerTraining Series and other additional voluntary more information on our organization please visit our website at: