Temporary - Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Position Description:

Assists the Health and Wellness Staff in planning, implementing, and evaluating an efficient Wellness Program consistent with student needs and Job Corps goals and requirements.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participate in the Medical Examination of students
• Screens patients and refers them to Center Physicians, Dentists, Health and Wellness Managers, or Career Counselors
• Observe, record, and report patient vital signs, symptoms, and behaviors
• Performs first aid treatment as needed
• Assist the Physician with patient exams; prepare the patient for tests and examinations
• Guide the students with personal health and hygiene
• Prepare and administer prescribed medications
• Maintain medical equipment and inventory of supplies and medications
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Provide input for case management of student health issues
• Promote projects that support health and safety throughout the center

Note: This job description is not all-inclusive. You will perform other duties, as assigned, to ensure the organization's ongoing needs are being met.

Skills and Competencies:

• Thorough knowledge of nursing techniques and practices
• Knowledge of current state and federal laws regulating health care and patient privacy (HIPPA)
• Ability to effectively interact with students and staff
• Capacity to handle multiple priorities
• Excellent customer service skills: strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to carry out directions; strong decision-making skills
• Proficient in using computer software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.

Educational Requirements/Experience:

• Must possess an Active State LPN License
• One year of healthcare experience preferred
• Must possess a Valid Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record
• Must possess a Current CPR and First Aid Certification

Benefits: N/A

ADA Requirements:

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals; however, no accommodations will be made that may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others, or which impose an undue hardship on the company.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term "qualified individual with a disability" means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position.

Physical Activities:

• Reading, Writing, and communicating fluently in English
• Hearing and speaking to express ideas and/or to exchange information in person or over the phone
• Seeing to read labels, posters, documents, PC Screens, etc.
• Sitting, standing, moving about, or walking for occasional or frequent periods
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment
• Kneeling, bending at the waist, stooping, and reaching overhead
• Retrieving and storing files and supplies; occasionally carrying and/or lifting light objects

Working Conditions:

• School Health Care and general office setting
• Indoor and outdoor environment
• Handling hazardous materials and waste; exposure to blood and bodily fluids
• Exposure risk of illnesses

Oneonta Job Corps provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.

As of September 17, 2023 - Under the NYS DOL Pay Transparency Law, employers are prohibited from retaliating against employees who discuss their compensation with coworkers.

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