Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Company: New Jersey Institute for Disabilities
Location: Spotswood
Posted on: September 14, 2023

Job Description:

New Jersey Institute for Disabilities (NJID) is one of the largest not-for-profit agencies of its kind in the nation providing services to infants, children and adults with developmental and related disabilities. NJID offers specialized facilities, programs and supports throughout New Jersey. Come join our dedicated staff of more than 500 and make a difference in someone's life!

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 Manalapan, 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 Job Requirements:
            
            • 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: Manalapan County: Monmouth
                      
                      Hours Per Work Week: 14 Weekly Work Schedule: Sat. & Sun. 8am-3pm
                      
                      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
                              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 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.
                              
                              NJID EOE Statement It is NJID's policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, martial 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.
                              

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