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Job Offer: Licensed Practical Nurse - ACT -:Job description:
Licensed Practical Nurse - ACT -POSITION OVERVIEWIf you want a compensateing career where you make a positive impact on clients and their families, we want to talk to you! At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives while also strengthening our community.POSITION OVERVIEW Title: Nurse - LPN Program: Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Status: Part-Time Schedule: Monday-Friday (Flexible) 375 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY We are seeking for a talented Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to meet the needs of people within the community. If you are a focused, compassionate caregiver with excellent communication expertise, we may be the right fit for you and would love for you to apply! We offer a competitive starting pay rate of $27/hour and various benefits for both part-time and full-time employees. With multiple opportunities for growth, continuing education, and education loan repayment opportunities, you will truly be encouraged to implement your nursing practice and qualifications while being appreciated for the talent youbring to the team. Apply today to join our excellent work environment with pretty awesome co-workers! What a Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN can expect from Northern Rivers: RESPONSIBILITIES » Coordinates, monitors, and documents health care of clients placed within the program, including but are not limited to: » Tracking health and dental exams. Notifies clients of examinations that are due and follows up regarding scheduled appointments, when appointments are needed, or when appointments are failed and need to be rescheduled. » Scheduling and assisting with psychiatric med reviews for clients in the program. » Reviews and documents medical and dental reports and coordinates follow-up as directed. » Coordinates referrals made to specialty clinics and follows up on recommended tests, treatments, or therapies. » Follows up regarding emergency room visits and sick visits to ensure that the prescribed medical regimen is being carried out. » On a case by case basis, completes or coordinates completion of forms required for specific purposes, i.e. school, working papers, or camp. » Monitors both medical and dental compliance and notifies clients and care case manager when compliance is in jeopardy. » Documents completed medical appointments and medications in the electronic record (CONNECTIONS) » Reviews completed examinations, medical consults, and med-ex forms for clients and electronically stores as an attachment into chart. » Serves as a liaison between internal and external medical service consultants, managers, and case managers. » Serves as a resource to program staff concerning the health status of clients in the program, specifically those clients with chronic health needs. » Participates in service planning and treatment reviews and clinical meetings as indicated. Maintains a close working relationship with community-located health care facilities. On a regular basis seek consults and lab work for identified clients in the program, reviews bills to ensure accuracy related to service provision, discusses and resolves any problems and obstacles to clients accessing appropriate care. » Assists with coordinating and providing injectable medications and medication fills. » Coordinates insurance authorizations and collaborates with pharmacies. » Other tasks may be assigned. Your practice and Qualification: » Requires completion of accredited education program and New York State LPN License » Six months minimum related practice is preferred » CPR Certification » capability to pass a standard physical evaluation » capability to complete and pass full background check Benefits you will love: » 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 » Leaving an indisputableimprint within the community and much more! For immediate consideration, please email your resume and an introduction to Email address: elizabeth.wolf@northernrivers.org About Northern Rivers We are a family of human service agencies united in our passion to helping children, families, and adults reach their potential. Northern Rivers coordinates the quality of care, depth of programs, and combined size and passion for the mission to provide care for more than 18,000 people each year in 41 counties all over New York State. If you've got the talent, drive and desire to make a real difference in your community, you need to be a part of Northern Rivers Family of Services! Apply today to become part of our team! » Northern Rivers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or discapability 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 significant work here at Northern Rivers ABOUT NORTHERN RIVERSpracticeSkills:
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