The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) School Age/Preschool position is responsible for providing daily nursing care to all school age and/or preschool children, participate in Agency activities and complete required documentation.
Core Responsibilities
- Ensure that documentation is accurate, contemporaneous, and effectively communicates all information required to be regulatory compliant.
- Promote and oversee the safety and well-being of the children through use of written, verbal procedures, safety equipment and awareness of any potential dangers.
- Attend to personal, self-care and other program needs that the children cannot independently accomplish.
- Keep the nursing and administrative team advised of medical and dietary concerns.
- Provide support and consultation and initiate peer support among program participants.
- Promote student input in the development of program activities.
- Oversee the safety and well-being of the children.
- Oversee and upkeep the maintenance of equipment and supplies.
- Participate in activities as part of the treatment team that may include meetings, trainings, and committees.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma required
- Valid NYS Licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse and current NYS Registration Certificate.
- Ability to lift and/or assist children in your care.
- Must have a valid NYS Driver's License
BENEFITS
Our work environment provides the opportunity to grow and learn in a fast-paced atmosphere. We offer competitive benefits and salary to include a low-cost individual health insurance plan, dollar for dollar retirement match (up to 7%), life insurance, voluntary benefits and generous paid time off.
- Comprehensive Health/Dental/Vision
- Direct Deposit
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Retirement Plan 403(b)
- Life Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Generous PTO Plans (Sick, Vacation and Employee Leave)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Service Awards
- Employee Appreciation Events
- Employee Discounts
Upstate Caring Partners is the premier provider of direct-care services and programs in Central New York for individuals of all abilities and their families. If you believe in empowering people, Upstate Caring Partners is an excellent place to start or grow your career. Please visit our careers website to access the full job description located within the job posting. upstatecpjobs.org
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