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Brookville Center for Children's Services

LPN-BCCS School Program Marcus Ave New Hyde Park location Mon-Fri 21hrs flex

Brookville Center for Children's Services, Kensington Village Mobile Home Park, New York, United States

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Overview Job Category: Nurse-Licensed Practical

Requisition Number: LPNBC012964

Locations: Brookville Center for Children’s Services is an Office of Children & Family Services (OCFS) approved and licensed Day Care Program. Children are afforded an enriching experience and adhere to the New York State Standards of Early Childhood Learning. Brookville Center is a 2015-2016 School of Excellence by the National Association of Special Education Teachers (NASET).

Posted: August 3, 2021

Employment Type: Part-Time

Responsibilities Primary duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Fulfill all Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) functions as needed in a special education environment in an appropriate and professional manner.

Qualifications

Licensed as an LPN by the NYS Department of Education

Minimum one (1) year experience working with pediatric population (infancy through adolescence)

Knowledge and experience in Broviac Management

Vent-dependent, respiratory treatment including nebulizer, postural drainage, post coma recovery, suctioning, shunt management, ostomy management, medication administration, emergency medical care and seizure management preferred

Standards and Responsibilities STANDARD 1: Implementation of regulations under direction of R.N.

Safekeeping medication needed to be taken by children; dispensing medications as per direction on prescription, tube feeding, catheterizations. Administer oxygen when needed, suction nebulizer treatments, ostomy care and bronchial pumps.

Assist in the development and implementation of appropriate strategies for intervention as per child’s IEP or IFSP.

Complete and maintain all required paperwork in an appropriate and timely manner.

STANDARD 2: Student Care under direction of R.N.

Prioritize and implement daily student care within program utilizing nursing theory and knowledge of program function.

Plan and implement staff education on a variety of nursing and health care topics within program, including seizure management and choking

Adhere to standards of care guidelines and procedure protocols.

STANDARD 3: Record Keeping

Record keeping of student physical and medication orders updated yearly and when needed.

Complete and document all first aid treatments and exposure to communicable disease.

Tracking and documentation of immunization records, health history, medical authorization and medical information.

Participate in the daily attendance procedure. Call student’s home after three (3) days absence and alert School District (school age students) if absent five (5) days; for preschool program call student’s home on a daily basis.

STANDARD 4: Professional Behavior

Cooperate and conduct self at all times in a professional manner appropriate to a special education setting.

Adhere to specific program policies and procedures.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Appropriate nursing attire.

STANDARD 5: Professional Development

Maintenance of nursing expertise via participation in continuing education. Attend outside workshops.

Adhere to specific program policies and procedures.

STANDARD 6: Coordination with management and peers

Appropriately and tactfully directs staff in the necessary implementation of health care, universal precautions, etc. Collaborate with peers and supervisory staff in an appropriate manner. First aid for staff members and documentation.

Complete injury forms as required for students and staff.

Maintain student confidentiality.

Perform other related duties, as required.

STANDARD 7: Adhere to general policies of the organization/regulators including:

Code of Ethical Conduct.

Emergency/disaster preparedness protocols.

Fire/Safety prevention protocols.

Departmental in-service education program requirements.

Policies and procedures (attendance, punctuality, appearance, professional attitude, etc).

Communicate with physicians, hospital, parents, outside agency staff and social worker regarding medical status of students. Make referrals to appropriate health/medical specialists when needed.

Job related self-development education activities.

Infection control practices and procedures.

Complete PPDs on all staff on a yearly basis and all newly hired staff as needed. Offer Hepatitis B vaccine to staff.

STANDARD 8: Perform other related duties, as required

Demonstrate understanding of the needs of children and visitors for each specific group.

Address safety and psychological needs of the special age groups, as appropriate, in the performance of work activities.

Address the special needs of special groups, hearing impaired, physically challenged and various issues relating to program and facility.

Maintain child and family confidentiality.

Be consistently courteous and considerate with children, family, visitors and staff.

Demonstrate compassionate, caring and respectful behavior toward children, families and visitors.

Provide a service-oriented attitude and professionalism in interactions.

Respond quickly to child and/or significant other’s referrals to appropriate care team members and inform supervisor of actions taken.

Promote positive coworker relationships and teamwork; contribute to a cooperative work environment.

Education / Experience / Licenses & Certifications Refer to Qualifications above for licensing and experience requirements. Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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