Licensed Practical Nurse - New Paltz, NY, United States - State of New York

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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 04/22/24

Applications Due05/02/24

Vacancy ID156952

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NY HELPYes

AgencyPeople With Developmental Disabilities, Office for

TitleLicensed Practical Nurse

Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services

Salary Grade10

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $61009 to $65146 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4 AM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Ulster

Street Address North Ohioville IRA

665 North Ohioville Rd.

City New Paltz

StateNY

Zip Code12561

Minimum Qualifications Permanent Qualifications:

Candidates must possess or be eligible to obtain a license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in New York State.

Transfer Qualifications:
Candidates must currently be a permanent Licensed Practical Nurse.

Duties Description This LPN is needed to provide hands on nursing coverage for the individuals with varying medical needs who reside in Granite IRA.

Nursing oversite will be provided by the Registered Nurse 1, with administrative oversite provided by the Registered Nurse Supervisor 1.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Assist with nursing tasks within their scope of practice
• Assist with the individuals' personal hygiene and daily living tasks.
• Ensure that all medications and treatments required on that shift are performed and implemented as written, and the data is recorded.
• Provides documentation as needed
• Ensures that the following documentation is accurate and available such as The Ready to Go, monthly MAR, Consents, Current Scripts
• Maintains tickler for OTC expiration dates and OTC orders for the individuals
• Monitors/supervises individuals with insulin administration, and with PO daily medications/treatments
• Provided first aide to individuals and monitor vital signs as needed and reporting to the Registered Nurse1 their findings
• Acts a liaison between the IRA Residential staff and the Registered Nurse1.
• Purchasing and organizing med room supplies
• Other duties as assigned

Additional Comments NY HELPS

This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). HELPS Program titles may be filled via a non-competitive appointment.

This means that you do not need to take an exam to qualify, but you do need to meet the minimum qualifications of the title.

If you are hired under the HELPS Program, you will be first be appointed as a temporary employee.

In May 2024, if you are performing successfully in the position, your appointment will be changed from temporary to permanent non-competitive.

Once you are in permanent status, your official probationary period will begin and you may take any promotion exam for which you are qualified.

At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), employees hired under NY HELPS are expected to have their permanent non-competitive employment status converted to permanent competitive status.

You will not have to take an exam to gain permanent competitive status.

• The assignment of PS&T employees will be made in accordance with any agreed upon Memorandum of Understanding between PEF and the local DDSO regarding the posting of job vacancies.
• Preference will be given to OPWDD employees impacted by closures. If you are being impacted by closure, please indicate this on your resume.
• All OPWDD employees must be eligible and maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicare and Medicaid programs. Continued employment will depend on maintaining eligibility.
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• Employees on long term leave can bid on positions but must be able to report to work within fourteen (14) days and be able to perform the essential functions of their positions with or without reasonable accommodation (RA). If an employee believes that they need a reasonable accommodation, they should contact the NYS OPWDD Workforce and Talent Management Central Office at or Email at to obtain information and RA forms.

NYS offers Incredible Benefits

• Savings programs such as the U.S. Savings Bond and the College Savings Plan.
• Voluntary pre-tax savings programs such as Health Care Spending Account and the Dependent Care Advantage Account offer employees options to pay for uncovered health care expenses or dependent care expenses.
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) an assessment and referral service that connects employees with local service providers and support services to address their personal needs.
• Life insurance and Disability insurance.
• The New York State Deferred Compensation Plan is a voluntary retirement plan that offers employees the option to invest a part of their salaries for retirement on a tax-deferred basis.

Paid Holidays and Leave

• Thirteen (13) paid holidays each year.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave initially.
• Five (5) days paid personal leave each year.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave each year (PEF/CSEA), which may carry over from year to year.
• Up to three (3) days professional leave each year to participate in professional development events.

Health Care Coverage

Employees and their eligible dependents can choose from a variety of affordable health insurance programs. Employees are provided family dental and vision plans at no extra cost.

Retirement Program

Participate in The NYS Employees' Retirement System (ERS), which is recognized as one of the best-managed and best-funded public retirement systems in the nation.

Professional Development and Education and Training

NYS offers training programs and tuition assistance to eligible employees to maintain and increase their professional skills and prepare them for promotional opportunities.

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Additionally, the Public Service Workshops Program (PSWP) offers certain professional training opportunities for PEF represented and M/C designated employees that may grant continuing education credits towards maintaining professional licensure.

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Name Taconic OPWDD

Telephone ext. 3367

Fax

Email Address

Address

Street Office of Human Resources Taconic DDSOO

25 Center Circle

City Wassaic

State NY

Zip Code 12592

Notes on ApplyingInterested candidates should submit a cover letter detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications and a current resume to the Taconic DDSOO Human Resources Office.

Please provide your social security number for service certification and transfer eligibility determination process. PLEASE BE SURE TO INCLUDE THE EOA #, JOB TITLE AND LOCATION ON YOUR APPLICATION.

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