LOCATION:Syosset, NY
REPORTS TO: Nursing Supervisor
DEPARTMENT: Refugee Services
SCHEDULE: Full Time - Onsite
$1,000 Hiring IncentiveAGENCY BACKGROUND:MercyFirst is a not-for-profit human and social service agency thathas been serving children and families in need since we were founded by the Sisters of Mercy/Hermanas de las Misericordia in 1894. Today our agency continues to address the emotional and physical needs of children and families in Brooklyn, Queens and across Long Island through innovative treatments and life-changing interventions. We provide community-based prevention and family foster care services, group homes in the community for struggling children and families within the child welfare and juvenile justice systems, and short-term residential services for unaccompanied migrant children. Each year, MercyFirst serves more than 3,000 children, teenagers and families overcome enormous obstacles, re-imagine their futures and develop their full potential.
PROGRAM BACKGROUND:The children in our START with Hope program are in the U.S. as children whose parents/guardians are not physically with them. Many of our children have fled dangerous and violent situations in their own home countries, including but not limited to Central and South America. Most of our children have suffered devastating losses through trauma, violence, abandonment, poverty, substance abuse, or abuse. The children's safety, nutritional, medical, emotional health and education are our top priorities.
POSITION SUMMARY:Under the supervision of the START Nurse Supervisor, the LPN will be responsible for providing the best possible nursing care to minors placed in the care of MercyFirst by the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR). Shifts assigned may vary and change according to Agency needs.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:The office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) requires all candidates and employees to show proof of immunity to vaccine-preventable diseases transmitted by the respiratory route if working directly with children, including Varicella, MMK (Measles, Mumps, and Rubella) DTaP or DTap, and Influenza.Current Licensed Practical Nurse in New York State, current CPR certification and completion of required courses in Child Abuse and Infection Control. Must have and maintain a Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record. Minimum of 1 year of experience treating children/adolescents in the nursing field. Spanish-speaking preferred.
RESPONSIBILITIES:- Conduct Physical Health Assessments for Infants, Children, Adolescents, including HIV Risk Assessments, Safety Assessments, General First Aid and Triage Activities
- Routine Screening for Substance Abuse, Developmental Health, Mental health, Physical Body Checks for Signs of Abuse
- Routine management and training regarding chronic conditions (Asthma, Diabetes)
- Training and Health Education related to Sexual Reproductive Health
- Medication Administration and Management Reconciliation
- Execute medical orders (tests, tasks, hospitalizations, etc.) as ordered by physician.
- Ensure required documentation for all case actions (medical notes) are completed within established timeframes.
- Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with clients and staff.
- Maintain a safe and secure medical environment for clients.
- Take vital signs, heights, and weights, document observations and activities.
- Provide immunizations.
- Provide first aid and emergency care as needed.
- Obtain certain lab specimens.
- Administer hearing and vision tests.
- Accept medication deliveries, check for accuracy, store safely.
- Execute medical orders (tests, tasks, hospitalizations, etc.) as ordered by physician.
- Document observations and activities.
- Maintain appropriate boundaries.
BENEFITS/PERKS:- A comprehensive health insurance package including medical, dental and vision plans for you and your family.
- 403B retirement benefits
- Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance
- Generous paid time off (vacation, personal, sick, 12 paid holidays)
- Free employee assistance program through National EAP
- Insurance discounts for our staff and their families
- Training to support professional and personal development.
- Employee wellness program
- Employee recognition activities
Salary $30.00 - $32.00 per hour
Hiring bonus of $1,000 after 500 worked hoursMercyFirst is an inclusive, anti-racist, multicultural organization and an Equal Opportunity Employer who welcomes prospective employees from diverse backgrounds for all levels at the agency. We strive for a workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve, and do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, age (18 and over), military status, prior record of arrest or conviction, marital status, partnership status, care giver status, pregnancy, genetic information or predisposition or genetic characteristic, unemployment status, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking, consumer credit history, or any other status protected by federal, state, and/or city law. This includes, but is not limited to, employment actions against and treatment of employees and applicants for employment.