Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Requirements

Experience & Education: Licensed Practical Nurse in NYS, current and in good standing required A minimum of three (3) years’ experience as an LPN required; experience in pediatrics preferred Experience working with adolescents and young adults on the autism spectrum or with developmental disabilities is strongly preferred

Skills & Abilities

Demonstrated ability to achieve desired results working collaboratively in a dynamic environment with multiple stakeholders Experience in program design, management, and implementation Ability to effectively and proactively interact with a wide variety of people in a manner that values diversity, and positively portrays Shrub Oak, its programs, personnel, and philosophies Demonstrated ability to remain sensitive and responsive to the diverse needs of the students, families, faculty, and staff, with a high degree of cultural competency and collegiality Outstanding and effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to accurately and consistently complete documentation and other administrative tasks in accordance with positional requirements Ability to adapt, remain flexible and make sound and appropriate decisions under pressure where situations and circumstances are continually evolving Ability to multi-task and prioritize Proficiency in computer skills including the Microsoft 365 software, databases, electronic communication, and web-based applications Ability to collaborate beyond the confines of Health and Wellness including programming, education, professional development and outreach Skilled in mentoring students (adolescents and young adults) within area of responsibilities, all to empower his/her self-determination, self-advocacy and development Ability to complete TCIS crisis intervention training and remain current on all required trainings

Benefits

Available for full-time employees. An overview of our benefits: Insurance coverage: Health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance Flexible spending account (FSA) Paid time off (PTO) 401k w/ company match Tuition/Professional development assistance Employee assistance program (EAP) Employee discounts

Work Shifts Available

3 Day - 12 Hour Shifts

Physical Requirements/Demands

A workday regularly includes multiple or conflicting demands, deadlines and time pressures; work regularly requires sustained concentration. Standing for sustained periods of time, bending, stretching, walking up and down stairs (building has 6 floors), around a hilly campus as needed, may also require walking between floors or between buildings at a moment’s notice. May need to lift/move boxes up to 25 pounds and move or rearrange furniture.

Work Environment

We are a boarding school located on a 127-acre campus. The work environment will include both indoor and outdoor spaces, mostly inside the classroom or educational environment. May include work within the residential setting. The building has 6 floors accessible by staircases and elevators.

EEO Statement

Shrub Oak is an equal employment opportunity employer. Shrub Oak International School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to apply for a job or to perform the essentials functions of their job. Please advise us if you require a reasonable accommodation.

Please note

SOIS maintains a smoke-free environment to ensure the health and safety of our students, employees, and community. Smoking or vaping of any kind is strictly prohibited indoors, outdoors, and during off-campus activities, with enforcement measures in place including smoke/vape detectors. Non-compliance will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.