LPN - Health Care Coordination

Description

Nurse Case Manager

Coordinate the delivery of health care services for adults with disabilities residing in residential programs.

Oversee general health issues for people with autism in Residential programs or day programs

Monitor medication and medical records for people receiving services

Consult with MD's to ensure optimal medical treatments are provided to people being supported

Supervise direct support professional (DSP) staff administration of medication to people receiving services

Ensures medical follow up (i.e. appt.'s, labs obtain prescribed medication, etc.) occurs in a timely manner

Ensures individuals are receiving prescribed medications, treatments and nutrition / diet as ordered

Accompanies / transports individuals to appointments when needed, due to staffing needs

Maintains accurate mandated medical records

Attends internal team meetings as scheduled

Qualifications & Work Experience

1-2 years LPN experience highly preferred

Valid NYS LPN license in good standing required

Associates Degree in Nursing required

Knowledge of OPWDD regulations is highly preferred

BLS, CPR certified; SCIP-R certification required

Ability to safely assist lifting individuals of various weights & 20 lb. items required

Organizational skills, and Interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with coworkers, individuals served, families and outside contacts is essential

Must be able to maintain Individual / family confidentiality

• Be responsible for performing nursing assessments and diagnoses
• Work in conjunction with other members of the interdisciplinary team to achieve positive health outcomes.
• Provides guidance and training to direct care staff to ensure proper delivery of health care services.

Requirements include :

We offer a competitive salary and an enviable list of comprehensive benefits which includes four weeks' vacation, personal and holiday days, tuition reimbursement, license renewal and / conference / workshop reimbursement, medical, dental, life insurance, and 403(b). Working for Constructive Partnerships Unlimited may also qualify you to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

We want to hear from you!

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.