Licensed Practical Nurse Openings

Licensed Practical Nurse Openings

Nursing - Marsha's, 480 East 185th St, Bronx, New York, United States of America Req #1006 Monday, September 9, 2024

Title : Licensed Practical Nurse

Schedule : Monday Friday 8am to 4pm, 1pm - 9pm

Location : Manhattan / Bronx Based Shelters.

Salary : $55,000 - $68,000

We offer comprehensive benefits including : Medical / Dental / Prescription / Vision / Life Insurance;403(b); FSAs (health care, dependent care & commuter expenses);

Short-and-Long-Term Disability; Generous Paid Vacation (19 days first year), Sick (12 days first year), and Holidays.

Current Openings at :

Clinton Residence - Midtown Manhattan, $68,000, 1pm - 9pm

Marsha's House Shelter - Bronx, $55,000, Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm.

Women in Need West Shelter - Midtown Manhattan, $55,000, Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm.

Position Overview :

Manages medication system for all clients at shelter, including receiving and reviewing prescriptions and medications, safe storage of medications, ensuring that clients have supply and access to medications, monitoring for side effects and education of clients in regard to their medications.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities :

Responsible for obtaining vital signs including pain and education screen and BMI, administering medications and treatments, and fulfilling specific orders designated by the practitioners.

Immunizations, PPD, Inhalation Treatments, etc.) according to nursing standard and Ryan Health protocols.

• Perform procedures including, but not limited to, EKG’s, Hearing and Vision tests, Bone Density, Blood Glucose, etc.
• Assist providers with examinations, minor surgery, etc., and participate in routine diagnostic and therapeutic testing and treatment, as per LPN license.
• Order medications, immunizations, and other supplies. Maintain records of controlled substances and keep accurate accounting of same.
• Process laboratory tests, referral and x-ray requisition forms according to Ryan Health protocols and clinical guidelines.
• Retrieve laboratory and radiology reports for practitioners.
• Maintain emergency bag, oxygen tanks, and other clinical equipment per Ryan Health protocols.
• Perform follow-up procedures for abnormal lab results, Urgent Lab Recalls and missed appointments.
• Responsible for cleaning, disinfecting, sterilizing and maintaining clinical equipment and medical instruments, as per Ryan Health protocols.
• Prepare and organize supplies in examination rooms. This includes preparing examination table, ensuring that supplies are maintained in an organized manner in cabinets, and ensuring that all necessary instruments and supplies are readily available for practitioner’s use.
• Perform nursing duties in accordance with current National Patient Safety Goals and JAHCO standards.
• Communicate with clinical, clerical, and managerial staff to provide continuity of patient care.
• Practice accepted infection control measures in accordance with OSHA Blood Bone Pathogens Standards, and Ryan Health policies and procedures.
• Attend Ryan Health Meetings as required and assigned.
• Report any unusual occurrences or problems in a timely manner to Unit Manager.
• Other duties and / or projects as assigned.

Education Credentials / Requirements :

New York State licensed LPN

Experience

Working with homeless individuals preferred.

Preferred skills :

Communication : Must haveexcellent oral and listening skills.

Interpersonal skills : Must have the ability to interface with clients as well as all levels of staff.

Computer skills : Must have knowledge Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel.

All newly hired Project Renewal staff must provide verification of being fully vaccinated against Covid-19.

Other details

• Pay Type Hourly
• Min Hiring Rate $55,
• Max Hiring Rate $55,
• Nursing - Marsha's, 480 East 185th St, Bronx, New York, United States of America

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