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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 03/31/17

Applications Due07/01/17

Vacancy ID38027

AgencyPeople With Developmental Disabilities, Office for

TitleLicensed Practical Nurse

Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services

Salary Grade10

Bargaining UnitISU - Institutional Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $35915 to $44077 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Other (see below)

"Other" Explanation 2:00pm-10:00pm. Pass days on Week 1 are Thursday and Tuesday and on Week 2 are Saturday and Sunday

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 2 PM

To 10 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? Yes

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Saratoga

Street Address 200 Smith Drive

City Corinth

StateNY

Zip Code12866

Minimum Qualifications Must have a current LPN license and registration to practice in New York State.

Must have and maintain a valid unrestricted license to drive in New York State.

Duties Description Administering all injectable, j-tube and g-tube medications to assigned individuals;
Implementing and monitoring the g-tube and j-tube feedings, including changing g-tubes as necessary;
Implementing catherization orders, trach care, deep oral and pharyngeal suctioning;
Any additional medical nursing treatment as necessary;
Assist with medical needs at IRA’s. Other duties as directed by supervisor or nursing administrative staff. Could be assigned to float to other locations depending on staffing.

Additional Comments ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Family and household member relationships: OPWDD policy may impact eligibility for this position. Employees are responsible for recognizing the relationship and not posting for positions where it would be a concern. Before you apply read Section 120.27 of the Region 3 Policy Manual. Please e-mail ODHPRSNL if you have you need help determining if this policy applies to you.
• CAPA: Must be cleared by the NYS Central Register for Child Abuse and Maltreatment, if position requires working with minors and not previously cleared.
• 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.
• Please note: Preference will be given to OPWDD employees impacted by closures. If you are being impacted by closure, please indicate this on your resume/cover letter.
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OPWDD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Human Resources Office

Telephone 518-388-0838

Fax 518-370-7536

Email Address odh.personnel@opwdd.ny.gov

Address

Street Capital District DDSO

500 Balltown Road

City Schenectady

State NY

Zip Code 12304

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease call or email for an application packet. Reference #17-082 in all correspondence.

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