Nurse-LPN, Foster Care (26431)

Salary Range $27.00 - $27.00 Hourly

Position Type Full Time

Travel Percentage Up to 50%

Description

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 EHR

• Update 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.