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Hourly pay range: $23 - $26

As directed by the RN, assists with the monitoring and coordination of the delivery of health care services for individuals with developmental disabilities who are in a structured day program. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists with monitoring and coordinating the delivery of preventive routine health care, therapies and programs for individuals with developmental disabilities
• Adheres to and assists with ensuring facility compliance with all Physician, NP, PA, etc. orders.
• Assists with coordinating medical program needs with community services, medical providers and other related agencies.
• Assists with ensuring adequate completion of health related exams, appointments, laboratory/diagnostic testing as ordered or required.
• Safely transports individuals to and from appointments and community outings if necessary.
• Assists with the monitoring of medication administration in the facility.
• Administers medications, treatments and supplements as assigned.
• Assists with providing health services training for staff.
• Participates as an active member of the Interdisciplinary Team.
• Maintains compliance with and assists with ensuring facility compliance with all applicable State/Federal regulations and agency policy and procedure.
• Maintains communication with Medical Liaison, Program Manager, Program Administrator, Service Coordinator and other staff as necessary.
• Monitors that transportation and all medical specific procedures are being performed adequately by direct care staff
• Performs CPR and Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention (SCIP-R)
• Complies with all agency policies and procedures
• Other duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current NYS licensure to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse
• NYS Drivers License that meets agency policy
• Ability to meet physical requirements of the position when performing the following: Standing, walking, sitting, bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling and climbing
• Lifting requirements of 50lbs
• Ability to lift and transfer individuals manually and mechanically as required by prescribed program/plan
• Ability to move, reposition, and place individuals in pieces of equipment
• Physical agility and ability to react to emergency situations, including maintaining Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention (SCIP-R) certification as per regulatory guidelines
• CPR certification required