TRC- LPN - 1st Shift Job Jamestown area,New York USA,Nursing

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN)

- JOB DESCRIPTION RESPONSIBLE TO:

Registered Nurse Manager / Registered Nurse Supervisor

FUNCTION:

Provides on-site nursing services and health-related support to people at assigned sites. The LPN is responsible for promoting the health, safety, and well-being of people supported through the delivery of nursing care, monitoring of medical conditions, and implementation of physician-ordered treatments and services.

Working under the direction of a Registered Nurse, and in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, the LPN ensures that all health-related services are delivered in accordance with applicable regulations, professional standards of practice, and agency policies and procedures.

REQUIRED

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of nursing principles and practices within the scope of a Licensed Practical Nursing, including medication administration, infection control, and basic health assessment. Working knowledge of regulations and standards under the New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities, as well as applicable Department of Health and Medicaid requirements. Understanding of common medical, physical, and behavioral health conditions affecting people with developmental disabilities.

Knowledge of person-centered planning and implementation of Individualized Plans of Protections, Plans of Nursing Services, and Care Plans. Familiarity with incident reporting requirements, including reportable events and immediate protective actions. Knowledge of documentation standards and electronic health records systems. Basic understanding of interdisciplinary team roles and coordination of care within a certified site-based setting.

Must have effective communication skills, including the ability to clearly convey medical information to non-clinical staff, people supported and their family members. Ability to provide training to support Direct Support Professionals in health-related tasks, including medication administration and infection control practices. Provides direct support to people as needed and as requested.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Valid License as a Practical Nurse issued in the state of NY or a graduate of a Practical Nursing program. Must have a valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record as established by the agency’s insurance carrier.

OTHER DUTIES:

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REQUIRED TOOLS:

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5/2007; 3/22, 07.28.26
IDD Services
The Resource Center
Union Grade: LPN
FLSA Status:
Hourly
PTO/CAT:
Per CBA
CFR: 316

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)–APPENDIX OTHER DUTIES:

CLINICAL:

Assists the Registered Nurse in the training of staff, including the Agency Medication Administration Course.

Ensures all immunizations are up to date and documented in the electronic health record.

Contacts Providers as needed and ensures follow up is received and all contact is documented timely.

Ensures lab work is completed as ordered. Ensures documentation occurs according to policies and procedures.

Ensures diagnostic testing is completed as ordered. Reviews results and ensures all follow-up is completed timely.

Ensures all referrals (OT, PT, Speech, Provider) are scheduled timely, and follows up on all referrals and adaptive equipment needs until a response is received. Document each encounter.

Reads medical/health notes and offers feedback to staff regarding the entries.

Communicates with Physicians regarding medical issues for people supported and documents conversation timely. Ensures any follow up is completed timely.

Visits people in the hospital and communicates with the hospital medical team. . Documents visit timely, and reports update to the interdisciplinary team.

As requested by Registered Nurse, provides support to produce medical…