Geriatric LPN: Full-Time PACE Care + Sign-On

IHA; West Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Mercy LIFE in West Springfield, MA is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for its PACE program. This full-time role (Mon-Fri with an on-call rotation) supports treatment, examination and testing of participants, and documents responses to medications and procedures.

Licensed Practical Nurse in MA with at least 2 years of nursing experience, including elderly care, strong assessment and interpersonal skills is required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a state-accredited hospital or collegiate nursing program.
• Licensed Practical Nurse currently licensed in Massachusetts.
• Two years’ nursing experience, including one year with frail or elderly.
• Strong assessment, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in treatment, examination and testing of participants; report changes to physicians.
• Schedule appointments and manage participant care during emergencies.
• Educate participants and families about medications and treatment instructions.
• Maintain participant records and care plans; document results and incidents.
• Provide on-call coverage and home visits as needed.

Skills

Assessment skills

Interdisciplinary care

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Education

LPN licensed MA

Job description

Mercy LIFE in West Springfield, MA is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for its PACE program. This full-time role (Mon-Fri with an on-call rotation) supports treatment, examination and testing of participants, and documents responses to medications and procedures.

Licensed Practical Nurse in MA with at least 2 years of nursing experience, including elderly care, strong assessment and interpersonal skills is required.