Licensed Practical Nurse (L.P.N.)
Bridgewell
- Dracut, MA
- $33.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Part-time
- Document health care services by appropriate state regulations, nursing standards, and Massachusetts LPN license requirements. Abide by all agency policies and procedures.
- Function under the supervision of the residential manager, in collaboration with the registered nurse and Director of Health Care.
- Act as a liaison as needed to other community agencies and treatment providers regarding regular medical needs and care. Help staff identify appropriate community health resources.
- Provide in-service education to individuals and/or staff on health issues.
- Maintain knowledge of the Department of Public Health Medication Administration Program (MAP) current policies and procedures.
- Administer medications to assigned individuals following MAP policies and procedures
- Provide quality assurance reviews of medication systems and MAP compliance.
- Work collaboratively with the residential manager and registered nurse evidenced by meeting weekly or as needed for medical updates.
- Work collaboratively with the nursing/healthcare staff of Bridgewell by participating in monthly nursing staff meetings and agency-wide healthcare planning.
- Collaborate with the residential manager and registered nurse to assess, organize, update, and maintain health care and medication needs. This should include, but is not limited to:
- Individual client assessment
- Review of routine and other physical exams
- Review of physician-ordered treatments
- Assurance of treatment follow-up and coordination of medical and psychiatric care
- Maintenance of medical charts.
- Other duties as assigned
- Provide care to individuals such as checking vital signs, checking their weight, applying creams/ointments, etc.
- Maintain the comfort, privacy, and dignity of each individual in the delivery of services to them.
- Observe residents for changes in condition or behavior and promptly report these changes to the Residential Manager.
- Provide services to individuals according to DDS, CARF, and all applicable regulatory standards.
- Provide support and assist individuals with all medical, clinical, and financial needs by identifying needs and securing appropriate services as needed.
- Transport individuals as needed to and from medical, recreational, and other activities outside the home.
- Assist with housekeeping and cleaning duties as needed to maintain a safe and clean living environment.
- Maintain progress notes according to DDS and all applicable regulatory standards.
- Write annual assessments on individual goals as outlined in the Individual Service Plan (ISP) and participate in the ISP meeting and other relevant meetings for the individuals.
- Assist the individuals with accessing resources and recreational opportunities in the community.
- Comply with Bridgewell Awake Overnight Call-in Procedures if applicable to assigned shift.
- Maintain core training certifications including CPR/FA, OSHA, and PABC, as well as completing training in MAP.
- Must have current Massachusetts Nursing license.
- Two years of general nursing experience and/or service to individuals with developmental disabilities in a community health setting is preferred.
- Experience working with adults with DD and behaviors is a plus.
- Must have a Driver's license for at least one year with a good driving record history.
- Must be able to drive a 12-passenger van. We will provide training.
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to foster positive relationships.
- Must have basic to intermediate computer-level competency.
- The employee must be able to drive a vehicle.
- Must have a normal range of eyesight with or without corrective lenses.
- Must have a normal range of hearing with or without corrective equipment.
- Must be able to lift or pull up to 40 pounds.
- Excellent health benefits-medical, dental, vision. We believe our benefits package is one of the most competitive.
- Generous paid time off includes your birthday (that's right, we even give you your birthday off!)
- A collaborative work environment that values new insight and personal contributions
- With over one hundred programs in the North Shore, Lowell, and Merrimack Valley we provide excellent opportunities for training and development
- Additional compensation for on-call rotations
- Opportunities for professional development and growth