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Licensed Practical Nurse-Partial Care Department 

Description

CPNJ embraces a culture of diversity and inclusion in all of it policies and procedures. Care Plus adheres to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, et seq and NJ Law Against Discrimination.

Key Responsibilities

Provides prescribed medical treatment and personal care services to ill, injured, and disabled persons by performing the following duties. Assures departmental goals and/or objectives are accomplished within prescribed time frame by performing the job responsibilities personally.

  • Performs nursing duties commensurate with level of clinical expertise and experience in conjunction with and under the supervision of a licensed professional nurse.
  • Provides nursing care, carries out nursing procedures and administers medications as ordered by physician and other appropriate service providers.
  • Observes, charts, and reports relevant observations concerning general health, emergency health issues, changes in psychiatric conditions, in consumers receiving medical clinic services to the physician, medical personnel and/or other appropriate service providers.
  • Insures appropriate follow through on medical recommendations and continuity of care, as needed.
  • Insures that consumers meet requirements for continued participation as per department’s standards and guidelines – i.e. have appropriate routine blood work and diagnostic tests, as scheduled.
  • Participates in clinical program as primary counselor/case manager and/or group worker.
  • Documents services performed for billing purposes (i.e. injections).
  • Ensures medications are properly disposed of when they expired or are damaged.
  • Follows up with consumers regarding medication requests.
  • Follows up with consumers on lab results, including the scheduling of any additional tests (as per provider’s request).

 

 
Position Requirements

Qualifications/Experience/Education

  • Valid license (LPN) in the State of New Jersey
  • Completed a course of study in an accredited learning institution offering practical nursing.
  • A minimum of two (2) years of experience in psychiatric nursing or related field
  • CPR and First Aid Certification
  • Valid state driver's license required and must be insurable by agency's automobile insurance

 

 
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time  
Shift -not applicable-  
Location Main Site  
About the Organization CarePlus New Jersey is a northern New Jersey provider of recovery-focused mental health, substance abuse, and family services that address the unique needs of individuals with a holistic approach to recovery and overall wellness.





Operating out of over 23 sites - including three outpatient centers located in Paramus, Fair Lawn, and Montclair, ten residential facilities, offices at three local hospitals, and seven community offices - our services are convenient to clients located throughout Northern New Jersey. We also provide educational programs on mental health-related topics to area schools and community groups.





For more information, visit www.CarePlusNJ.org.  
EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by Federal and State laws.  
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