(Archived) LPN Bilingual (English/Spanish) Refugee and Immigrant Services Job in Nashville, TN

DirectShifts is Seeking a LPN Bilingual (English/Spanish) Refugee and Immigrant Services LPN to Work in Nashville, TN .This is a Full Time position. My client is very motivated to speak with all interested candidates.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct admission assessments within 48 hours of arrival of youth served in the Refugee transitional program
• Provide on-going assessments and referrals as needed
• Obtain and manage the medical needs and medications for youth, as necessary
• Train staff medication dispensing and monitor dispensing logs
• Respond to Medical Incident Reports within 72 hours
• Effectively communicate with program staff regarding but not limited to health concerns medication updates; and/or follow-up appointment needs
• Perform and audit vaccination and TB skin tests for new arrivals
• Update and maintain the immunization stock and records in accordance with VFC guidelines, and monitor MCIR histories
• Oversee the scheduling and coordination of dental appointments with dental clinic for eligible children
• Partner with nursing staff and case managers in maintaining medical and dental records for children in care
• Perform drug testing as needed
• Supervise nursing and medical coordinating staff, as needed
• Supervise nursing visits to foster home, as needed
• Completed other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or related field of study from an accredited college;
• Active State Nurse license
• Bilingual in Spanish/English required
• At least 3 years of experience working with families and children as a Nurse or equivalent role
• Must have a broad knowledge of basic principles, concepts, and methodology of nursing as acquired through a Bachelor’s level degree
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must have an ability to provide excellent and compassionate medical service
• Ability to work independently and exercise a high level of confidentiality
• Must be reliable with time sensitive deadlines and tasks
• Work well under pressure and adaptable to change
• Computer and typing skills sufficient to perform essential job functions
• Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries
• Subscription to and integration of the agency Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, and Cultural Diversity Commitment.