Practical Nurse

• Maintains and submits all necessary documentation and reports accurately, in a timely manner and as required by Urban Pathways, regulatory and funding agency policies, and procedures.
• Enters progress notes after each client meeting within 48 hours and/or as mandated by Program.
• Completes Intake/Admission documentation within 24 hours of client admission, as mandated by Program.
• Documents assessments in client records within required timeframe (not applicable for Outreach Program).
• Updates information in client records, as required.

• Develops and maintains relationships and coordinates client care with medical, mental health, community, and public services and resources.

• Communicates verbally and in writing in a professional manner at all times.
• Facilitates and participates in meetings to report on clients’ progress, share educational resources and discuss clients’ care and goals.
• Attends staff meetings, trainings, and supervisory sessions, as required.
• Responds to all communications including telephone, email and other oral and written inquiries in a timely manner.

Performs all other duties as assigned and as required.

• Graduate of an accredited school of Practical Nursing required.
• Minimum of one year of medical/ nursing experience in an acute care hospital a plus.
• Experience with homeless, mentally-ill and substance abuse population preferred.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).
• Knowledge of client database system(s).
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong assessment skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and resourcefulness.
• Foreign languages a plus.

• Valid NYS Licensed Practical Nurse required. Valid driver’s license with clean driving a plus.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving a plus.

• Required to work a flexible schedule including weekends, holidays and evenings.

• All programs require field work , client escorts and use of public transportation.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, push, pull, lift (up to 25 lbs.), type, write, read, speak, see, and hear.