Licensed Practical Nurse

Duties Assists registered nurses, physicians, or other licensed health care providers in identifying individuals’ needs and participates in the development of plans to address goals. Administers medications and nursing procedures to individuals as prescribed. Obtains and records individuals’ temperatures, blood pressures, pulse rates, and other vital signs using standard instruments and procedures. Observes, monitors, and records individuals’ symptoms and conditions; identifies responses to medication or changes in health status; and reports such to a registered nurse, physician, or other licensed health care provider. Prepares individuals for or assists with examinations and treatments. Maintains charts and other records of individuals’ conditions and/or administered treatments. Attends to individuals’ personal needs, including activities of daily living and hygiene tasks such as bathing, dressing, feeding, and grooming. Talks to individuals, listens to their concerns and responses, and encourages them to cooperate and participate in treatment and rehabilitation activities. Educates and counsels individuals and/or families regarding their health, medications, treatment goals and procedures, and behavioral interactions as appropriate. May perform housekeeping tasks such as changing linens and assist other staff in cleaning activities to ensure a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment for individuals. Monitors supply inventories and completes requisition forms to ensure adequate supply levels. May observe and supervise the activities of unlicensed direct care staff, including the administration of medication, to ensure compliance with applicable requirements and reports observations to higher-level staff. Minimum Qualifications A: A license and current registration to practice as a practical nurse in New York State. B: A limited permit to practice as a practical nurse in New York State. C: An application on file for a limited permit to practice as a practical nurse in New York State (must be approved immediately following graduation from an approved school of practical nursing in New York State). Note: If your qualification is B or C, you must obtain your license within one year of the date your limited permit was issued. All candidates must also possess a valid driver’s license and submit proof upon appointment. Benefits and Salary Hiring salary includes statutory hiring rate for CSEA Grade 10 ($45,081) plus Geographic Pay Differential ($4,000) and increased Hiring Rate ($5,852), totaling $55,322. Paid holidays: 13 days per year. Paid vacation: 13 days initially. Paid personal leave: 5 days per year. Paid sick leave: 13 days per year (PEF/CSEA), may carry over. Professional leave: up to 3 days per year for professional development events. Health‑care coverage: employees and eligible dependents can choose from a range of affordable health insurance programs; family dental and vision plans at no extra cost. Paid parental leave: up to 12 weeks at full pay for each qualifying event. Retirement: participation in the NYS Employees’ Retirement System (ERS). Professional development: tuition assistance and training programs available. Employee assistance program (EAP) for personal support services. Insurance: life and disability coverage. Savings programs: U.S. Savings Bond and College Savings Plan; voluntary pre‑tax savings such as Health Care Spending Account and Dependent Care Advantage Account. Equal Opportunity Statement OPWDD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to creating and sustaining a culture of inclusion. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, and we are an equal opportunity employer under federal, state, and local law. ***All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.*** #J-18808-Ljbffr