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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - NYC Article 29I
Cayuga Centers is hiring immediately for a Licensed PracticalNurse in NYC!
Earn $70,000 - 79,000/annually
Location: New York, New York
Join our team to make a difference in the lives of children,youth and families in our community!
About Cayuga Centers
Cayuga Centers is an accredited non-profit, human services agencydedicated to family support and preservation, trauma-informed care,and serving vulnerable populations with the most unique needs. Foundedin 1852 in Auburn, NY, we have a long history of deliveringhigh-quality and innovative services to individuals, children, youthand families. We have offices in 10 cities and serve over 10,000individuals and families annually. Join us!
At Cayuga Centers, we embrace Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, andBelonging (DEIB). We do this by taking a firm stance against hatred,inequality, bias, and injustice. We do this by providing our staffwith the training, coaching, and resources necessary to grow and servewith cultural humility, acceptance, and understanding. We areresponsive to the diverse needs of those we serve and staff, and arecommitted to ensuring that everyone feels respected, valued, and asense of belonging.
Cayuga Centers is an equal opportunity employer and does notdiscriminate against any employee, prospective employee, or applicantbased on race, color, creed, hair style/texture, religion, nationalorigin, citizenship status, sex, gender identity, gender expression,sexual orientation, age, disability, military or veteran status,genetic information, or any other classification protected byapplicable federal, state, and/or local laws.
About the Program and Position:
Our LPNs specifically provide medical care required for all the youthin foster care we serve. We are looking for LPNs who are passionateabout helping this vulnerable population and able to support a busymedical office. The role is crucial to the health & well-being ofour children and families who we serve.
Under the direction of an RN you will utilize your skills to…
Assist with initial/follow up medical consultations
Perform vitals and point of care testing (ie. urine pregnancytest, strep test, flu test, COVID test, glucose test)
Review immunization records, draw up and administer necessary immunizations
Update City Immunization Registry
Administer medications
Act as English-Spanish translator for medical provider
Care Coordination with both onsite and community medical/mentalhealth/specialty care providers
Work collaboratively with the Medical Provider, Case Planners,Clinicians, Behavioral Support Specialists, and Fair FutureCoaches to coordinate appropriate services for each youth
Responsible for blood draws, performing EKG, assessing youths fortransfer clearances, and performing initial 24 hour medicalscreenings upon intake
Responsible for all documentation with EMR (Netsmart/MEDENT)
Schedule: Exempt
Regular hours Monday - Friday 9:00am-5:00pm
Remote on-call may be required which may include weekends/holidays
Must be flexible to meet program needs
Experience and Skills:
NYS Licensed Practical Nurse
Experience working with youth
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to work effectively in a team context
Demonstrated ability to perform duties with minimal supervisionand to exercise greater judgment
Physical Requirements:
Word processing: Including responding to emails, composingletters, completing computerized documentation, be familiar withexcel and electronic medical record system etc.: This involvessitting at a computer for several hours
Completing paperwork -Such as copying, scanning and faxing documents
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
160 hours of vacation time; 12 Sick Days per year
10 Holidays, 3 Personal Days, Medical Appointment Time
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Pet and Legal insurance
Employee Assistance Program
FSA, Transit, and Parking savings accounts
Supplemental life insurance, critical illness, enhancedshort-term disability benefits
401(k) match up to 6%
Corporate Discounts Program
Sick Leave Pool
Identity Protection
Why Cayuga Centers?
Certified Great Place to Work
Workplace Wellness Award Finalist
Council on Accreditation (COA) Accredited
Implement best practices and evidence-based interventions
Committed to employee professional development and advancement
We embrace change, innovation and opportunities
Our diverse workforce acts and leads with human sensitivity and respect
Large and growing national footprint
We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment drug testing.
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