Northern Rivers Family of Services
Job DetailsJob LocationGloversville-NPCS - Gloversville, NYPosition TypeFull TimeSalary Range$27.00 - $28.00 HourlyTravel PercentageUp to 50% DescriptionAs a Licensed Practical Nurse in Foster Care, you will coordinate appropriate medical care, dental care, and mental health services nursing care/services to a youth and adolescent population with emotional, behavioral and physical needs. You will ensure that medical treatment services meet the requirements of the regulating agency. You will report to a Registered Nurse and you will work onsite.Responsibilities:Communicate with medical providers to ensure proper medical care in accordance with state regulations. Provide client and family education regarding medications and treatments.Work within the multidisciplinary team to ensure proper communication for medial needsTravel to foster homes to review and collect medication logs.Nursing documentation using EHR.Update discharge planning needs.See foster children in foster homes as needed.Provide information to be included on the medical portion of treatment plans for children in care. Other duties as assigned within scope of practice and based on agency needs.Requirements and Education:LPN Licensed in New York State.1 to 2 years of experience.Experience working with youth and adolescent population desired.Must pass physical.Must have a valid NYS drivers licenseBenefitsHealth care package: medical, dental, and visionTuition reimbursementPaid time offHoliday Pay401 (K) planLife InsuranceLoan repayment assistanceFree training/CEU opportunitiesAbout Northern RiversAt 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 RiversFamily 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 othercharacteristicprotected under applicable law. We cherishthe unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.