LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN) RESIDENTIAL $ 10,000 SIGN-ON BONUS
Northeast Arc
Topsfield MA 01983 US
_\*\*__*For a limited time, Full Time hires may qualify for $10,000 sign-on bonus\*\**_
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.
* 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.
*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
*Job Type: *Fulltime, Part Time, or Per Diem
*Shifts available:* First 7:00am -3:00pm, Second 3:00pm-11:00pm, Third 11:00pm-7:00am
*Pay Rate: *$38/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._
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Per diem
Pay: $38.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Continuing education credits
* Dental insurance
* Disability insurance
* Employee discount
* Flexible schedule
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Malpractice insurance
* Paid sick time
* Paid time off
* Referral program
* Travel reimbursement
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Standard shift:
* Day shift
* Evening shift
Supplemental pay types:
* Signing bonus
Weekly schedule:
* Choose your own hours
* Every weekend
* Monday to Friday
* Rotating weekends
* Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
* Topsfield, MA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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.
* 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.
*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
*Job Type: *Fulltime, Part Time, or Per Diem
*Shifts available:* First 7:00am -3:00pm, Second 3:00pm-11:00pm, Third 11:00pm-7:00am
*Pay Rate: *$38/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._
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Per diem
Pay: $38.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Continuing education credits
* Dental insurance
* Disability insurance
* Employee discount
* Flexible schedule
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Malpractice insurance
* Paid sick time
* Paid time off
* Referral program
* Travel reimbursement
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Standard shift:
* Day shift
* Evening shift
Supplemental pay types:
* Signing bonus
Weekly schedule:
* Choose your own hours
* Every weekend
* Monday to Friday
* Rotating weekends
* Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
* Topsfield, MA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person