Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Burlington, MA
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Danvers, IL - USA
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Job Summary
Burlington MA
$42 / hour
Sign-on Bonus: $3000 paid out within the first 12 months of employment
MondayFriday 7:30am1:30pm or 8:00am2:00pm
1:1 Residential Program Role
Overview
Northeast Arc is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support individuals living in our Burlington residential this role you will deliver high-quality direct care monitor health needs and collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team to ensure the safety comfort and well-being of this female individual you support. This position adheres to the Massachusetts Nurse Practice Act and Northeast Arc policies.
- Provide direct nursing care following the individuals established plan of care.
- Monitor medical status identify changes and report to the on-call RN as needed.
- Serve as a liaison between the home and community to support continuity of care.
- Administer prescribed medications ensure proper storage and complete narcotic counts with MAP-certified or licensed personnel at shift changes.
- Apply nursing knowledge in the safe delivery of preventative therapeutic and rehabilitative care.
- Collaborate closely with the Program Director RN Case Manager and direct support staff.
- Communicate professionally through meetings written documentation email and phone calls.
- Accompany individuals to physician appointments community outings and other assigned activities.
- Provide health-related in-service training for staff and oversee ADLs and other health routines.
- Maintain required licensure and certifications (CPR Universal Precautions Human Rights etc.).
- Active LPN license in Massachusetts with at least 1 year of experience preferably in a group home or residential setting.
- Experience with multi-handicapped or developmentally disabled individuals is a plus.
- Valid drivers license and clean driving record.
- Strong communication documentation and teamwork skills.
- Some of the skills needed are suctioning chest PT Gtube seizure disorder hoyer lift and advocating for the patient at doctors appointments.
Keyword: LPNRes
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Northeast Arc helps people with disabilities become full participants in the communities north of Boston, while also providing support for their families.
