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Northern Rivers Family of Services

LPN, ACT (23151)

Northern Rivers Family of Services, Queensbury, New York, United States

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Queensbury-Bay-PCFC - Queensbury, NY 12804

Salary Range:

$27.00 - $27.00 Hourly

Position Type:

Part Time-Benefited

Travel Percentage:

Up to 50%

Description Part time, flexible schedule, & $2000 retention bonus!

As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you will coordinate appropriate medical care, dental care, and mental health services to adult clients enrolled in the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) program. ACT is a program that provides services through less traditional service delivery methods. This is very much a "meet the client in their community" approach. You will support the RN and the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner on the ACT team and be responsible for meeting with clients and aiding in their medication administration and additional needs. You will report to the Director of the ACT Program, a Licensed Mental Health Professional and work onsite and in the community.

Review lab and test results, reporting critical values to RN and providers

Medication management including ordering medications and obtaining prior authorizations

Dispense medications; picking up medications, creating medication boxes, overseeing client medication administration

Communicate with Director and ACT team regarding observation in client’s health/behavior

Provide client and family education regarding medications and treatments

Meet with clients and families within their homes and communities within Saratoga, Warren and Washington counties.

Collaborate with the ACT Team during daily team meetings regarding concerns and behaviors

Nursing documentation using the electronic health record

Support all admissions and discharges of clients and their medication needs

Work in collaboration with service providers and pharmacies to support client needs.

Other duties as assigned within scope of practice and based on agency needs

Requirements and Education

LPN Licensed in New York State

CPR Certification required.

1 to 2 years of experience

NYS License required as travel is required.

Benefits

Health care package: medical, dental, and vision

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Holiday Pay

401 (K) plan

Life Insurance

Loan repayment assistance

Free training/CEU opportunities

About Northern Rivers At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.

Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.

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