Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Nemasket Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center; Middleborough (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Nemasket Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Middleborough, MA is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our subacute unit. The role focuses on delivering high-quality resident care and supporting care plans while working with a collaborative team to ensure patient well-being.

The successful candidate will hold an MA LPN license, possess CPR certification, and demonstrate experience in geriatric or rehabilitation settings, with a commitment to patient safety and effective

Qualifications

• Massachusetts LPN license is required.
• Minimum one year of geriatric nursing or rehabilitation experience preferred.
• CPR certification required.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English and follow instructions.
• Must be able to perform physically demanding work and lift up to 50 lbs.

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

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