School Nurse - LPN Job at ABILITIES FIRST, INC

ABILITIES FIRST, INC Poughkeepsie, NY 12603

Description:

Abilities First, Inc., has been making a difference in the lives of people with developmental disabilities for almost sixty years. We offer a wide variety of services including school and preschool programs, day habilitation, residential habilitation, community habilitation, and employment services.

Abilities First recognizes the value of diverse experiences, identities, and backgrounds to and does not discriminate in hiring. We are inclusive, welcoming and supportive of people of varying abilities, races, ethnicities, religions, socio-economic status, gender and gender identities. Abilities First is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Abilities First is seeking a LPN in our school program located in Poughkeepsie, NY. This position will provide nursing support to the school program, monitoring the on-going health care of a students, administering medications, providing emergency care, and supervising infection control.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 1st shift; 48 weeks per year. Follows the school calendar (September – June), with a 6-week summer program.

Responsibilities include:

  • Provides first-aid treatment as necessary, decides on appropriate emergency care when indicated.
  • Assists in monitoring health policies and procedures on medication, emergency treatment and signs of illness which indicate that children should not attend program.
  • Updates and records pertinent medical information in student's files; informs staff and parents/caregivers as necessary.

This is a full-time position eligible for these benefits:

  • Vacation, sick, personal, and holiday time off (or paid time off on the school calendar)
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options
  • 401(k) plan with employer match
  • Employer paid life insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Increased earning potential with online training through College of Direct Support
  • On Demand Payment – access your earnings as early as the next day
  • Discounts with Verizon, AT&T, Royal Carting, etc.
  • And More!
Requirements:
  • NYS LPN license required.
  • Experience with children preferred.



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