Licensed Practical Nurse- Homeless Services
Brooklyn, NY - USA
Job Summary
S:US is seeking an LPN for our mens shelter in Brooklyn.
This position is located at Blake Avenue Brooklyn NY 11208
The LPN meets with the Program Director Director of Social Services Registered Nurse and Social Service staff to coordinate shelter residents to receive ongoing treatment in the community.
In this position you will;
- Take vital signs such as blood pressure temperature and weight
- Assist with diabetes medication and treatment
- Take medical histories and enter information in computer systems
- Coordinate with Case Managers Senior Case Managers and Director of Social Services to ensure proper care nutrition and treatment plans are followed
- Follow up with community health care providers to ensure medical treatment plans are documented monitored and followed
- Have flexibility to work a schedule that includes evenings and weekends
Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday 9am-5pm or 10am-6pm with one of the days being flexible late shift day (ex: 12pm-8pm); weekend day can be Saturday or Sunday
- New York State Licensed Practical Nurse
Experience working on a multi- disciplinary team and/or previous experience with homeless population
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required
Benefits Overview:We offer attractive compensation with comprehensive benefits including: Medical/Dental/Prescription/Vision/Life Insurance; 403(b); Credit Union; FSAs; Short-and-Long-Term Disability; Transportation Plan; Generous Paid Vacations and Holidays
S:US IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
S:US IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Join a team of employees who care about the wellbeing of others. We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values: respect integrity support maximizing individualpotentialand continuous quality improvement.From health and wellness resources to generous PTO professional development and more explore all that we offer on ourBenefits Pageand see how S:US invests in you.
We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values: respect integrity support maximizing individualpotentialand continuous quality improvement.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion disability age sexual orientation national origin veteran status or genetic information and including all other statuses protected by Federal State and Local laws. S:US is committed to providing access equalopportunityand reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment its services programs and activities including allowance of the use ofservicesanimals. To request reasonable accommodation or if you believe such a request was improperly handled or denied contact theLeave Teamat.
Required Experience:
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About Company
Services for the UnderServed (S:US) envisions a city where everyone has a roof over their head, is healthy, productive and can enjoy the social connections that create a life of purpose. Founded in 1978, S:US works with over 37,000 individuals and their families every year to create p ... View more