Location: Bayside,NY, USA
Position Overview:
Provide quality-nursing services to youth under supervision of ACS and OCFS in a residential setting. Coordinate the health care and medical related case management for clients. Responsible for basic health assessments, checking vitals, blood pressure and weight. Provide ongoing health monitoring to manage and support clients' health needs. Make appropriate referrals and follow-up for medical, substance use, and/or psychiatric treatment. Observe, monitor and document client self-management of medication. Collaborate with medical and psychiatric providers and hospitals. Develop and facilitate health-related educational groups and one-on-one client education. Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case conferences. Respond to medical emergencies and provide emergency first aid/CPR, and Narcan opioid overdose reversal when needed. Respond to other program crises as needed. Ensure compliance with regulatory and agency guidelines. Related duties as assigned. Must be able to travel to sites in Queens and Bronx.
Position Qualifications:
* Graduate of Accredited School of Licensed Practical Nursing and licensed in New York
* Valid NYS Drivers License in good standing
* Ability to work with children
* Effective communication skills
* Mature, calm and flexible
* CPR Certified
* First Aid Certified
* Minimum of 2 years' experience as LPN. Pediatric, psychiatric emergency or residential treatment experience preferred
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