What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN - Now Hiring position at New Jersey Institute for Disabilities?
We are currently recruiting for a part-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to work with adults with developmental and related disabilities in a residential program setting in Edison, NJ. The qualified candidate will provide nursing to group home residents while ensuring the general well being of each individual served.
Job Responsibilities of a LPN:
- Administers medication and medical treatments as required and completes documentation
- Accompanies individuals to and from medical appointments and activities as needed
- Assists with activities of daily living as needed
- Data entry using Therap (EHR)
- Implements medically prescribed diets and exercise programs
- Completes documentation that is necessary for program operations in a timely manner
- A valid NJ State Practical Nurse License
- HS diploma or equivalent
- A valid driver's license in good standing and must be insurable under NJID's automobile insurance
- Experience with g-tube feedings
- Experience working with intellectual, developmental and related disabilities preferred
Position Requirements:
Location: Aberdeen County: Monmouth
Hours Per Work Week: 16 Weekly Work Schedule: Sat - Mon. 1 pm - 9 pm
Other shifts are available at this location.
NJID has full-time, part-time, and per diem opportunities in Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, and Somerset Counties.
Benefits:
- Paid Sick Leave
- 403(b) Plan
- On-the-Job Training
- Extra Work Hours Available
- Reimbursement
COVID-19 Considerations
Since the beginning of the pandemic, the safety and security of the individuals we serve and our employees have been of the utmost importance to us. To that end, NJID follows stringent protocols which comply with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), State and local public health guidelines. NJID ensures necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is made available for all employees and mandates health screening for all employees and visitors.
NJID EOE Statement
It is NJID's policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expressing, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an agency, we value diversity of background and opinion and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, fringe benefits, layoff, termination, or any other terms and conditions of employment.
Qualifications:
Drivers License, Residential Work, Hire Vets, Vehicle Insurance, essentialSalary : $23 - $28