Part Time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Frelinghuysen, NJ

Company: Matheny Medical and Educational Center
Location: Newton
Posted on: April 7, 2026

Job Description:

EOE STATEMENT We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Matheny Medical and Educational Center has a career opportunity available for Part Time Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) at our Frelinghuysen, NJ Community Residence. Position is every Saturday 7pm-7am. Please join us at our Career Expo! Date: Thursday, April 16th Time: 3pm-7pm Location: 65 Highland Avenue, Peapack, NJ 07977 Duties of this position include: * Serves as the primary nurse for a caseload of community residents as assigned by the Community Nurse Manager. * Provides skilled nursing care to community residents. * Interacts with other members of the Community Residence staff and day program staff to ensure continuity and coordination of care. * Documents all aspects of patients' health care in accordance with DDD and Community Residence requirements. * Monitors and coordinates care with the Community Resident Assistants. * Provides staff training to promote the professional development of staff and optimize patient care. * Engages in professional relationships with community health professionals (including physicians, pharmacists, rehabilitation services, etc.). * Reviews all residents' physical and medication records. * Ensures the implementation of medically prescribed diets and exercise programs. * Consults with medical staff on medical, health and safety issues. * Responds to crises and intervenes as needed. * Recommends policies and procedures on health issues and monitors their implementation. * Performs monitoring activities as assigned by the Community Nurse Manager and/or Group Home Manager. * Provides "hands on care" of the residents, including ADL care and assisting the patients with eating. * Oversees or performs administration of all medications and treatments while on duty. * Communicates effectively with group home staff regarding issues within the residence. * Completes paperwork required for the Community Residence. * Reviews meal plans to ensure delivery of medically prescribed and proper nutrition. * Provides training to new Community Residence staff and informs them of applicable Community Residence Policies and Procedures. * Accompanies and transports residents to appointments and outpatient visits. * Follows proper medication administration procedures in accordance with DDD and Community Residence Policies and Procedures. * Follow medical documentation procedures for physicians. * Assists with Activities of Daily Living and personal care for all patients. Enriching Lives. Growing Abilities Matheny is a special hospital for children and adults with medically complex developmental disabilities. Matheny's mission is to provide exceptional care and an optimal quality of life for children and adults with special needs and medically complex developmental disabilities. Founded by Walter and Marquerite Matheny in 1951, the Matheny of today is a pioneer in providing fully integrated, personalized care and education that respects each person's dignity and encourages their highest potential. At Matheny, we focus on abilities in a warm and nurturing environment. Our fully-accredited non-profit private school combines traditional academics with therapeutic intervention and pre-vocational skill development. Our Adult Services Program includes seven licensed community residences/group homes and two adult learning centers. Staffed by experienced therapists and instructors, the program supports adult patients as they attain their highest level of functioning and integration into the community. Matheny's Arts Access program empowers individuals with disabilities to create art without boundaries. Through the use of innovative communication systems, the artists have complete freedom to explore a world that is defined only by their unlimited creativity and unique self-expression. Desired Qualities of a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN): * Respect * Professionalism * Integrity * Compassion Incentives for joining the Matheny team: * Paid Training * Staff Appreciation events * Health and Wellness fairs * Employee Recognition Awards * Diversity events * Employee Referral Bonuses * For Full Time employees, Matheny offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package that includes medical/dental, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, tax deferred retirement plan, and generous paid time off. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity). The salary for this position is $30 - $33 per hour. Salary ranges shown on third-party job sites may not accurately reflect ranges provided by Matheny Medical and Educational Center. Candidates should check www.matheny.org (http://www.matheny.org) for accurate information and discuss salary/hourly details and our comprehensive benefits with a recruiter, if selected for an interview. POSITION REQUIREMENTS * High School Diploma or G.E.D required. * Minimum of one year experience working with persons with developmental disabilities preferred. * Current Licensed Practical Nursing license issued by New Jersey State Board of Nursing. * Valid Driver's License. PM22 FULL-TIME/PART-TIME Part-Time Location NJ, Newton DOCUMENT UPLOAD HR Open House 2026_flyer FINAL 6-compressed.pdf PIf43892f2f78c-29400-33930221

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