License Practical Nurse (LPN)

JOB TITLE: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Per Diem/TempDEPARTMENT: Residential/DHSREPORTS TO: Program CoordinatorFLSA STATUS: Non-ExemptESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

• LPN must supervise medication and ensure that consumers are compliant withmedication regimen. Prepare medication setup for consumers.
• Monitor medication log and consumer medication sheets.
• Work closely with pharmacies and the psychiatrist to ensure consumers obtain prescriptionsthat are filled in a timely manner.
• Must ensure that documentation is accurate and provide feedback and/or concerns topsychiatrist and other staff.
• Complete health assessments for new clients and annual assessments for currentclients (e.g., blood pressure test) for each consumer and enter all information into theclient electronic health record system AWARDS.
• Candidate must counsel clients about medication non-compliance and other healthrelated matters as needed.
• Other duties reasonably relevant to the position may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: Must possess a Nursing Degree and an NYS-licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license is required; atleast two years of mental health experience and experience with adult consumers with co-occurring disorders. Candidate must have good interpersonal skills; excellent written and verbalcommunication skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, andknowledge of the OHS CARES system and AWARDS is a plus.

SCHEDULE: Flexible schedule; days may vary. Minimum of 24hrs/week.