Licensed Practical Nurse

Partner's Healthcare; Brookline (MA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham in Boston seeks licensed practical nurses for direct and indirect patient care, under supervision, collaborating with the care team to support patient needs.

Onsite role with per diem scheduling, day shift availability, and responsibilities spanning vital signs, medication administration, and basic treatments. Perks include a supportive team and opportunities for growth within a leading hospital system.

Qualifications

• Trade/Technical/Vocational Diploma; LPN required.
• LPN license/registration as per state requirements.
• BLS certification; preferred from various issuers.
• 0–1 year of medical experience preferred.
• Strong communication and patient education abilities.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients about problems, meds, and allergies and review records.
• Measure and record vital signs and perform screening tests as needed.
• Provide basic patient care such as wound care, dressings, and basic procedures.
• Administer medications under physician and RN supervision.
• Communicate post-visit findings and coordinate care with staff.
• Triage and perform office duties and manage messages.
• Collect samples and perform routine basic lab tests.
• Prepare patients for examinations and assist with activities of daily living.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient communication

Medication administration

Clinical assessment

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Trade/Technical/Vocational Diploma

Job description

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

SummaryUnder the supervision of a Nurse Manager, licensed clinical leader, or non-clinical practice manager - and in collaboration with other team members - provides direct and indirect patient care in accordance with the scope of practice.

Does this position require Patient Care?

Yes

Essential Functions

• Interviews patients about current problems, medications, and allergies, and reviews medical records for pertinent previous and current information.
• Measure and record patients' vital signs. Based on the chief complaint, the physician may also perform additional screening exams as needed, such as hearing, vision, depression, and falls assessments.
• Measure and record patients' vital signs, including height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration.
• Provide basic patient care and treatments, such as dressing wounds, treating bedsores, administering enemas or douches, applying alcohol rubs, massaging, performing catheterizations, administering routine immunizations, and/or providing nebulizer treatments and visual acuity tests.
• Participates in patient treatment regimen, including administering medications (under the supervision of a physician and registered nurse).
• Communicates post-visit findings and participates in the plan of care, in coordination with the appropriate clinical staff.
• Performs a variety of office responsibilities: answers phones and takes messages, and performs triage within the scope of licensed practical nursing practice in an accurate and timely manner.
• Collect samples, such as blood, urine, or sputum from patients, and perform routine laboratory tests on samples.
• Prepare patients for examinations, tests, or treatments and explain procedures.
• Assist patients with bathing, dressing, maintaining personal hygiene, transferring in bed, and standing and walking.

Qualifications

• Education: Trade/Technical/Vocational Diploma Licensed Practical Nurse required
• Licenses and Credentials: Licensed Practical Nurse [LPN - State License] - Generic - HR Only required
• Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred
• Experience: Medical experience 0-1 year preferred
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Basic knowledge of patient education: interviewing and listening skills, teaching and engagement techniques, and understanding of health-related conditions and information.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to accurately perform vital signs and obtain pertinent health information, including but not limited to: temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, height, and weight.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to administer medication; routes of administration may include injections, intravenous, and oral medications.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge and ability to perform specific procedures and tests as appropriate to the clinical setting.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to communicate in a professional, courteous, clear, and concise manner.

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

850 Boylston Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Employee Type

Per Diem

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$31.50 - $43.64/Hourly

Grade

5

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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