Licensed Practical Nurse (Topsfield) Residential Northeast Arc Topsfield, MA 01983, USA

The Arc of Massachusetts; Topsfield (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established entity is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide care within its Residential Program in Topsfield, Massachusetts. This role involves direct patient care, health monitoring, and collaboration with a health care team. Candidates should possess valid LPN certification, CPR, and experience, preferably with individuals with disabilities. Shifts are available throughout the day, with a competitive pay rate of $40.50 per hour and a focus on supportive community living.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience working as an LPN.
• CPR certification and reliable transportation required.
• Experience with intellectual or developmental disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care to individuals in a residential setting.
• Conducts health assessments and manages medication.
• Communicates changes in individual’s status and maintains documentation.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Health Monitoring

Education

Licensed LPN in Massachusetts

Job description

An amazing new opportunity has come up in our Residential Program! We are looking for a residential Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join us Full-Time or part-time on our residential team,specifically in Topsfield.
Job Summary:Provides direct care to individuals living in a residential setting. Follows outlined plan of care, identifies health-related needs, monitors medical status and reports changes to the on-call RN, and collaborates with residential staff to support the individuals in their community residence.

Major Responsibilities:

• Health Monitoring & Care:
  • Conducts regular health assessments (on shift), including vital signs and symptom checks, to monitor individual health & determine nursing needs. Reports to and seeks direction from the RN Case Manager or on-call RN as needed.
  • Medication Management –Administers medications and treatments as prescribed and per MAP regulations. Manages medication storage and documentation in compliance with MAP regulatory standards and NeArc organizational policies.
  • Demonstrates competence in trach care, vent care & related emergency procedures.
    • New Grads must successfully complete in-house training and demonstrate competence to the program RN Case Manager prior to providing care to individuals that utilize a trach &/or vent.
• Care Plan Implementation:
  • Understands clinical and social needs of individuals receiving services.
  • Assists in the development and implementation of individual specialized care plans.
  • Completes and maintains written records as assigned by Supervisor. Prepares and submits all paperwork in a timely manner. Including but not limited to daily data collection, incident and other event-specific reports, progress notes, and data summaries.
  • Utilizes nursing knowledge and skills to safely implement basic preventative care and therapeutic and rehabilitative interventions.
• Medical Coordination & Communication:
  • Assists program director with scheduling and preparing individuals & documentation for medical appointments, accompanies as necessary, and ensures that medical orders are implemented per MAP and followed up.
  • Communicates any change in individual’s status, orders or plan of care to the program RN Case Manager, Program Director, on-call RN, and/or designee.
  • Presents information regarding any individual in a professional manner in all settings including meetings, phone contact, daily written documentation and/or email correspondences.
  • Provides change of shift report to incoming staff for individuals under your care.
  • Follows HIPPA and security regulations and/or guidelines to maintain confidentiality at all times.
  • Participates in supervision, general staff meetings, and trainings as scheduled.
• Compliance:
  • Maintains universal precautions at all times and implement all NeArc and Residential Division Standards related to Health and Safety.
  • Maintains a license in good standing and certifications as required by the program, the funding source, and OSHA including but not limited to provider-level CPR, Universal Precautions, and Human Rights.
  • Demonstrates and implements knowledge of NeArc Policies and Procedures, including Standards of Conduct and Residential Division Standards.
  • Appropriately manages agency funds, obtains receipts for all purchases and adhere to NeArc policy and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Licensed LPN in Massachusetts with minimum of 1 year of experience
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities preferred
• Ability to develop and maintain a respectful, caring, tolerant, ethical and empowering relationship with individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities
• Must maintain CPR certification and complete required programmatic trainings
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Shifts available:First 7:00am -3:00pm, Second 3:00pm-11:00pm, Third 11:00pm-7:00am
Pay Rate:$40.50/hr

Work Environment:Works in the community in a home setting with either multiple residents or someone who lives independently.

Northeast Arc is one of the largest employers on the North Shore, and we pride ourselves on offering a comprehensive and excellent benefits package. Please visit us at: http://www.ne-arc.org/about-us/careers/benefits/ for a more detailed explanation of benefits.