LPN

Job Summary: In accordance with the organization’s mission, vision and values, the LPN is responsible for the general medical administrative & programmatic oversight of all clients as it relates to medical & behavioral health services. The following duties will apply:

Duties

• Coordinate and document medical program compliance in accordance with Agency & OASAS policies, procedures and regulations.
• Provide available support to residents and on site daily for oversight and documentation of self medication.
• Ensures that all documentation for medical appointments is recorded accurately; track outcomes & needs.
• Completes and monitors medication administration records.
• Assists with program applicant referrals, screens, admissions and discharges in a professional and proficient manner.
• Obtains and maintains knowledge of community resources to coordinate or refer clients to a full range of medical services.
• Participate in general, staff, in-service and supervisory meetings held by the Agency.
• Participates in agency/program continuous improvement/department enhancements related to medical/nursing.
• Provides program manager, LPN and counselors with verbal communication updates of client/program/staff status at each shift change or more frequently as necessary.
• Provides programmatic oversight of the development and implementation of clients’ objectives as it relates to medication management and/or medical issues. Provides instruction and/or education to clients as it pertains to medication management and/or medical issues. Ensure documentation of clients’ progress is complete, accurate and timely.
• Provide direction, and assistance to program staff where there are medical concerns.
• Responds appropriately to crisis and emergency situations in order to ensure/secure the health and safety of the clients. Adheres to regulatory guidelines and follows-up by appropriate communication and documentation to identified personnel.
• Assures that all clients’ required record documentation is accurate and timely and in compliance with Agency and regulatory policies, practices and procedures.
• Perform other duties and functions as directed.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Valid NYS LPN. Valid NYS Drivers’ License. Behavioral Health background preferred. CPR Certification will be required within thirty days of hire.

Other Skills/Knowledge and Experience

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with culturally diverse persons, staff and community service providers.
• Working knowledge of behavioral health.
• Ability to multi-task, have good problem solving & time management skills.
• Recognition and understanding of the scope of practice according to the Nurse Practice Act.
• E-record