Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Nemasket Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center; Middleborough (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Nemasket Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Middleborough, Massachusetts, is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our subacute unit. You will provide high-quality patient care, administer medications, and help maintain care plans.

Requirements include MA LPN license, CPR certification, English literacy, and at least one year in geriatric nursing or rehab; position offers a $2000 sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts LPN license required
• CPR certification required
• Minimum one year in geriatric nursing or rehabilitation preferred
• Must read, write and understand English; follow instructions

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders
• Ensure assignments are completed before shift end
• Collaborate on nursing care plans with the Care Plan Coordinator
• Conduct daily rounds on assigned residents
• Document resident status and progress clearly and accurately
• Provide shift reports to CNAs and participate in care conferences
• Assist with staff orientation and training as needed

Skills

CPR certified

English literacy

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Massachusetts LPN license

Job description

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) $2000 Sign on Bonus

Job Location: Middleborough, Massachusetts

Organization Name: Nemasket Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team at Nemasket Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in our subacute unit. As an LPN, you will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care to our residents, ensuring their overall well-being and satisfaction. If you have a passion for delivering exceptional care and are committed to creating a positive patient experience, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

Responsibilities:

• Administers medication and treatments according to physician's orders
• Assures assignments are completed before the end of the shift
• Collaborates with Care Plan Coordinator to develop and maintain nursing care plans
• Conducts daily rounds on assigned residents
• Documents accurately resident's strengths, weaknesses, and the steps needed to improve performance
• Gives daily shift report to CNAs assigned to the unit
• Participates in interdisciplinary resident care conferences
• Participates in the yearly written evaluations of nursing assistants
• Assists Staff Development with orientation and on-the-job training for new nursing personnel
• Assists with special procedures and rounds as needed
• Notifies nursing supervisor, resident's physician, and family of any changes in the resident's condition or accidents/incidents involving the resident

Requirements:

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensed in the State of Massachusetts
• Minimum of one year of education or experience in geriatric nursing or rehabilitation preferred
• CPR certified
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English; ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to work hours as scheduled based on the requirements of the position assignment
• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day, proper body mechanics required. Ability to perform physically demanding work involving frequent bending, stooping, turning, stretching, and reaching above the shoulders are involved
• Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics/equipment that will enable these senses to function adequately to assure that the requirements of this position can be fully met
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.

Behavioral Competencies:

• Accountability
• Communication
• Customer Service
• Leadership
• Teamwork
• Trust and Respect

Technical Competencies:

• Understands and upholds the Resident's Bill of Rights and holds all resident information confidential
• Follows and complies with all State and Federal regulations and established Personnel Policies and Procedures
• Maintains all pertinent records in a timely, efficient, and confidential manner
• Projects a professional image always

If you are a dedicated and compassionate healthcare professional, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.