Location: Albany,NY, USA
Job DetailsJob LocationAlbany-Academy Main-PCFC - Albany, NYPosition TypeFull TimeSalary Range$27.00 - $27.00 HourlyTravel PercentageNegligibleDescriptionLICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - Albany, NY - Monday-Friday Evenings - Full-Time$2,500 Sign-on BonusAdditional 20% Differential Paid for Evening, Night, and Weekend shifts.As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you will coordinate appropriate medical care, dental care, and mental health services nursing care/services to a youth and adolescent population with emotional, behavioral and physical needs. You will ensure that medical treatment services meet the requirements of the regulating agency. You will report to a Registered Nurse and you will work onsite.Responsibilities:Complete the nursing observations report findings to the registered nurseReview lab and test results, reporting critical values to RN and providersMedication management including ordering medications and obtaining prior authorizationsDispense medicationsCommunicate with medical director/providers regarding observation in client's health/behaviorProvide client and family education regarding medications and treatmentsCollaborate with our staff regarding concerns and behaviorsParticipate in Interdisciplinary Medication Review meetingsNursing documentation using EHRUpdate discharge planning needsOther duties as assigned within scope of practice and based on agency needs Requirements and Education:LPN Licensed in New York State1 to 2 years of experienceExperience working with youth and adolescent population desired BenefitsHealth care package: medical, dental, and vision Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Holiday Pay 401 (K) plan Life Insurance Loan repayment assistance Free training/CEU opportunitiesAbout Northern RiversAt Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability 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 meaningful work.