Licensed Practical Nurse - Preschool Program
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About the Organization CP Rochester and Happiness House are private nonprofit health, educational, residential and human service organizations that have been serving communities in the Finger Lakes Region since 1969 and the Greater Rochester Area since 1946. Today with sites in Rochester, Canandaigua, Geneva, Gorham, Midlakes and Waterloo, our agencies offer an array of educational, therapeutic, recreational, residential and family support programs and services for children and adults with and without disabilities. On average, our agencies serve 3,650 families each year and employ approximately 600 people. Our staff consists of dedicated and knowledgeable professionals and clinicians with expertise in the areas of Special Education, Early Childhood Education, Physical, Occupational, Speech and Music Therapies, Psychology, Service Coordination, Nursing, Dental Services, and Developmental Disabilities. Committed to serving individuals with autism, traumatic brain injury, neurological impairments, as well as a wide variety of developmental disabilities such as cerebral palsy and Down syndrome, our staff partners with individuals and their families to support them in meeting their goals. EOE Statement CP Rochester and Happiness House are an equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants in the hiring, promotion, compensation, placement, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence or any other term or condition of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran, domestic violence victim status, prior arrest and conviction records or any other protected category in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. DescriptionJob Title: Licensed Practical Nurse - Preschool ProgramLocation: CP Rochester - 3399 S Winton Rd, Rochester, NY 14623Salary commensurate with experience: $22.00-$24.00 per hour **This position is eligible for a $1000 signing bonus!! This bonus is earned and payable as follows: 25% ($250) in the pay period following the 3-month anniversary of your employment; 25% ($250) in the pay period following the 6-month anniversary of your employment; and 50% ($500) in the pay period following the one-year anniversary of your employment**Employment: This is a full-time, school year position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday during program hours. School year positions follow the school calendar and include the 6-week Summer program. Evening work may be required as job duties demand. Required Education and Experience

New York State Licensed Practical Nurse.

One to two years of clinical experience, preferably including work with young children with disabilities.

Certified in CPR and First Aid, certification as an instructor preferred.

Valid NYS driver's license.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications: None Job Summary: Oversees the health and safety needs of students in the preschool program and ensures all health requirements are addressed and adhered to at all times. Provides education and training to employees regarding the health needs of children in program. Essential Functions

Imparts agency philosophy of 'Equal Opportunity, Independence and Realization of Individual Potential' to children, families, program staff and community resources.

Maintains confidentiality of information relating to individuals and their families in accordance with agency policy.

Reviews current health and immunization records of program participants for compliance with regulations of NYS Education Department, Department of Health and other state and federal regulatory agencies.

Assists Supervisor of Health Services and QA in the development of an Individualized Health Plan (IHP) for children with significant medical needs.

Instructs staff on infection control and other current health related issues, which affect services to program participants and their families.

Certifies staff in CPR and first aid per American Red Cross requirements, if certified as an instructor.

Administers medications and nursing procedures to program participants based upon established guidelines and agency policies.

Advises parents/guardians on health issues and practices during agency visits/parent conferences.

Facilitates referrals of program participants to community medical personnel and other appropriate community resources.

Promotes preventative and wellness health services to families of program participants and staff as appropriate.

Administers first aid as needed in cases of student illness and accidents.

Assists with vision and hearing screenings and growth and assessment of program participants.

Participates in the reporting and filing of cases of suspected abuse or maltreatment to the NYS Child Abuse and Maltreatment Reporting Center.

Maintains Incident Report statistics reporting them to the agency Incident Review Committee.

Maintains communication as appropriate with parents and staff members concerning health issues of program participants.

Conducts emergency evacuation drills on a routine basis.

Supervises staff in case of emergency.

Maintains all paperwork as required by the agency and the Universal Pre Kindergarten collaborations, including monitoring completion and filing of Incident Reports.

Participates as a member of the Health and Safety Committee.

Functions as a member of various agency interdisciplinary teams.

Maintains the cleanliness and orderly appearance of the nursing office and supplies.

Maintains employee medical files in a confidential manner.

Provides health and safety orientation to new employees.

Oversees and ensures employee health files are current.

Participates in conferences, workshops and in-service training as needed or recommended to enhance job skills and personal growth and development.

Adheres to agency's policies and procedures as well as department guidelines.

Performs other duties at the discretion of the Supervisor of Health Services and Quality Assurance or his/her designee.

Competency Requirements

Organizational skills

Ethical conduct

Communication proficiency

Customer/individual focus

Teamwork orientation

Problem solving/analysis

Learning orientation

Stress management/composure

Discretion/confidentiality

Supervisory Responsibility: None Other Duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work Environment: This job operates in a preschool program environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 30 pounds. Travel: Travel is primarily local during the business day but employee will be expected to work at any of our partner agencies. Comprehensive benefit plan including but not limited to:

Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance

Starting with 5 Days Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Sick Time

8 Paid Holidays

Matching 403B and/or ROTH Retirement Plan

Additional Insurance Offerings - Specified Disease Insurance w/ Cancer Rider, Accident Insurance, Identity Theft Protection

Employer Paid Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)

Employer paid Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement plus a 25% Tuition Discount for benefit-eligible Employees and Family Members at Roberts Wesleyan College

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, internal equity, and location. EEO Statement: The agencies are equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants in the hiring, promotion, compensation, placement, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence or any other term or condition of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender orientation/identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran, domestic violence victim status, prior arrest and conviction records or any other protected category in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Position RequirementsRequired Education and Experience

New York State Licensed Practical Nurse.

One to two years of clinical experience, preferably including work with young children with disabilities.

Certified in CPR and First Aid, certification as an instructor preferred.

Valid NYS driver's license.

Location CP Rochester - Children's Services Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Shift Days Category Education Number of Openings 1 Req Number EDU-24-00029 This position is currently accepting applications.