Licensed Practical Nurse

FlexStaff is hiring LPN's for our client, who runs a specialized educational setting for children through young adult age groups who have special needs. This position is located in the Westchester, NY region. You will be required to work 3 (12) hour shifts per week and you have the option of working from 7am-7pm or from 8am-8pm between Tuesday- Sunday.

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you will provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or physician, contributing to the overall well-being and health of students of the school. This role is essential in supporting the healthcare team by performing basic nursing duties, administering medications, monitoring student conditions, and ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for all students at this school.

The LPN must adhere to established policies, procedures, and scope of practice while maintaining a compassionate and professional demeanor.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collects student health information, including medical history and current symptoms.
• Performs basic wound care, dressing changes, and other treatments as ordered by the physician or RN.
• Administers prescribed medications orally, topically, subcutaneously, intramuscularly, and rectally, accurately and safely, according to established policies and scope of practice.
• Monitors students for medication side effects and therapeutic responses, reporting any concerns promptly.
• Maintains accurate medication records and documentation.
• Accurately and timely documents all patient care, observations, and interventions in the patient's electronic health record (EHR) or paper chart.
• Communicates effectively with RNs, physicians and families regarding patient status, concerns, and care plans.
• Maintains a clean, orderly, and safe environment.
• Adheres to infection control policies and procedures, including proper hand hygiene and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Demonstrates compassion, empathy, and respect for students and colleagues.

Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program.
• Licensure: Current, unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in New York.
• Certifications: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Experience: [e.g., Minimum of 1 year of experience in a healthcare setting preferred, but new graduates may be considered.]

Skills:

• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills and electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Demonstrated compassion, empathy, and patient-centered care.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, lift, push, and pull for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, occasionally more.
• Manual dexterity to perform clinical procedures and operate equipment.

Work Environment:

• Fast-paced and potentially stressful environment. Ability to understand and respond effectively to the unique behavioral needs and expressions of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder .

*Additional Salary Detail The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts,