School Based LPN

Job Description

Job Description

Welcome! Are you ready to begin a NewPath?

At NewPath, we do more to make a difference -more for each child, each client, and our community. Our dedicated team does what it takes, day and night, to get to the heart of every case and deliver the best care. Backed by a full breadth of services, we cater to each individual and answer to every need. We reach more ages with more experts for more results. Every program offers opportunity for change, every plan improves lives, and every person ignites hope, one success story at a time.

Make an Impact as a School Based LPN!

NewPath Child & Family Solutions is in search of a caring, compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse for our NewPath Educational Program. Services in this program aim to provide diagnostic clarity and behavioral stabilization for each youth by providing strengths-based interventions, a relationship-centered environment, and an array of individualized mental health services.

Location:

This position will work at our Central Campus located at 4721 Reading Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45237.

Company Perks: Quick Reference

• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Benefits Package Including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Career Growth in an Inclusive Company Culture
• 401(k) (4% automatic employer contribution - no required match)
• Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick Days
• Employee Discounts & Partner Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Paid Family/Paternal Leave
• Legal Benefits Services
• Clinical Counseling/Therapy Licensure Supervision Hours (Cost Covered)
• Board Licensure Exam Cost Covered (Therapy, Counseling, and Nursing)

What You Will Be Doing

• Direct patient care makes up the majority of the daily expectations for a Behavioral Mental Health Nurse.
• Prepare and administer prescribed medications and treatments.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of the treatment/medication on target symptoms and document the findings.
• Monitor and advocate for both re-evaluations of medications and associated labs.
• Assist or perform blood draws and injections.
• Assist prescribers with patient appointments, including obtaining vital signs, medical history, and new orders.
• Assist interdisciplinary team in patient's plan of care.
• Manage adequate inventory of medication, first-aid supplies, lab supplies, etc.
• Provide for any urgent medical/psychiatric concerns, arrange for transportation and/or emergency services, if necessary, provide first aid and monitor vital signs.

What You Bring To The Table

• Minimum qualifications include a corresponding degree with a current Ohio LPN license in good standing.
• At least 1 year of experience in a behavioral health, and at least 1 year of experience working with youth.
• Experience with an understanding of various mental health diagnoses.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Have a valid driver's license and good driving record with no more than 5 points and current automobile insurance with ability to drive a 15-passenger van.
• Good written and verbal skills.
• Good analytical, problem-solving skills, and the ability to remain calm and professional in crisis situation.

NewPath Child & Family Solutions, an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law .

If you are unable to apply online due to a disability or have a special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting Human Resources at [email protected].

** A clean criminal background check is required.