Nurse-LPN, Foster Care
Job in
Village of Irvington, Westchester County, New York, USA
Listed on 2026-10-18
Listing for:
Northern-Rivers-Family-of-Service
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-18
Job specializations:
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Nursing
Healthcare Nursing, Pediatric Nurse, Mental Health Nurse, LPN/LVN
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Licensed Practical Nurse, Foster Care 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 as well as within the community.
Responsibilities:
Medication management including ordering medications and obtaining prior authorizations
Communicate with medical director/providers regarding observation in client’s 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 EHRUpdate discharge planning needs
Complete the nursing observations report findings to the registered nurse
Update discharge plnning 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 required CPR Certification required.
1 to 2 years of experience
Experience working with youth and adolescent population desired
Valid NYS Driver's license
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
About Northern Rivers At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.
Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.
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