LPN OPWDD

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – OPWDD

Location: Niagara, NY
Schedule: Day and Afternoon Shifts Available
Job Type: Full-Time and Part-Time Opportunities

Job Description

• We are seeking compassionate and dependable Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to provide nursing care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in an OPWDD setting in Niagara, NY.
• This position involves medication administration, monitoring residents' health, providing hands-on nursing support, and working closely with RNs and direct support staff to ensure quality care.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and nursing protocols.
• Monitor residents' health, vital signs, and changes in condition.
• Provide routine nursing care, including G-tube care, catheter care, and other procedures as needed.
• Maintain accurate nursing documentation and medication administration records (MAR).
• Communicate health concerns and changes in condition to supervising RNs and appropriate staff.
• Assist with individualized care plans and support residents' daily healthcare needs.
• Work collaboratively with direct support professionals and interdisciplinary teams.
• Follow OPWDD guidelines, infection control procedures, and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Active New York State LPN license required.
• Previous nursing experience preferred.
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities is a plus.
• Experience with medication administration, G-tube care, and routine nursing procedures preferred.
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Day and afternoon shifts are available.

If you're an LPN interested in making a difference while providing quality care in a supportive setting, we encourage you to apply!

In addition to working with the most highly respected clients in the health care field, you can expect:

• Highly competitive and weekly pay.
• Personal and online Career Advisement and Development

Important information: This position is recruited for by a remote TemPositions Group office. Please submit your resume to be considered for this position. If you have questions about the opening, you may contact the recruiter for this position at [email protected] We look forward to hearing from you!

Benefits:
We offer eligible employees competitive pay and access to a range of benefits and support programs based on assignment type, schedule, length of employment, and eligibility requirements, including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, short-term disability, 401(k), employee assistance, childcare assistance, discounts, paid holidays, and longevity bonuses. Depending on the benefit, cost may be paid by the Company, the employee, or shared between both.

EOE:
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.