Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)- North Shore
POSITION: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
SCHEDULE: M-F 9-5; on-call Mon 9am through Fri 5pm and rotating on-call
SALARY: $30-$33 hourly +sign on bonus
LOCATION:
North Shore
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Establishes, maintains, and updates all individual’s medical records
• Writes comprehensive evaluations, completes all consult forms, writes progress notes and maintains health care record for the individual's ISP
• Obtains medical reports and approval of treatment plans, written orders for medications, treatments, etc. from the individual’s physicians
• Provides on-going training and in-service education to management and staff regarding general medical, psychiatric, neurological and nutritional issues. Trains staff in vital signs, blood glucose monitoring, and other medical treatment as needed
• Maintains consistent communication with the clinical consultant assigned to the program, as well as a communication system with the families and guardians of individuals, their day program staff and the DDS Service Coordinator
• Completes pre-admission review of medical history and needs of prospective individuals to reside in Turning Point, Inc. programs
• Maintains an adequate medication supply in the residential program at all times
• Ensures adherence to all DDS and MAP regulations regarding medication administration, documentation, and storage
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Current licensure as a licensed practical nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
• At least (2) two or more years’ medical/surgical and/or psychiatric nursing background
• Experience caring for developmentally disabled individuals is strongly preferred
• A solid knowledge of nursing principles and procedures, as well as good patient care techniques
• The ability to attend individual’s medical appointments and related meetings is necessary
• Must be able to be on call on a 24 hours/day and (7) day/week basis in order to respond to medical/health questions or concerns
