LPN - Gan Kavod

$58,240 - $66,560/Yr

Ryan Sitrin - New Hartford, NY

Full-time

New Hartford, NY

About the position

The LPN position at Charles T. Sitrin Health Care Center involves providing compassionate and professional nursing care within the Gan Kavod department, which focuses on OPWDD housing. The role includes assisting with medical appointments, medication administration, and direct care support for individuals with developmental disabilities or geriatrics. The position requires flexibility to float between residences and collaborate with RNs to ensure quality care.

Responsibilities

• Assist with scheduling and attend medical appointments as needed.
• Assist with the two-check process of MARS and Physician's Orders, rotating through shifts.
• Complete Monthly Nursing Notes by the 10th of each month for RN review.
• Manage medication/refill orders as directed by RN.
• Assist with medical supply orders as needed.
• Conduct hospital visits as required.
• Float between assigned residences to address medical needs such as dressing changes and catheter care.
• Train staff as directed by RNs.
• Provide direct care support to programs, including passing medications and assisting with personal care.

Requirements

• Licensed medical (nursing) background with direct supervision of staff may be substituted for an associate degree with two years of experience with ID/DD or geriatrics.
• Certification in OPWDD Medication Administration required.

Benefits

• Sign on Bonus
• Competitive pay rate of $28-32 per hour