Licensed Practical Nurse [SASNM]

CL e0c00df5 8a48 44ea 8d9e 3b8cac4854a1; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

12 holidays

Sick time

CEU trainings

HSA & benefits

403B retirement

Wellness programs

Employee assistance

Job summary

BAMSI in Worcester, MA is seeking a licensed practical nurse to join our community-based group homes for adults with complex medical needs. You will provide medical oversight and support, ensuring safe medication practices and resident well-being.

You will collaborate with RN and LPN colleagues, train staff, and uphold compliance while serving individuals and their families with compassion. This is a 40-hour week role with Monday–Friday schedule.

Qualifications

• Active LPN license in MA required; driver’s license and reliable car.
• Preferred: RN license in MA and reliable transportation.
• Experience supporting mental health needs, personal or professional.
• Strong communication, teamwork and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Medical and medication oversight for persons served; train staff on MAP.
• Respond to emergencies and de-escalate crises.
• Train staff on health/safety rules and document incidents.
• Maintain compliance with medical laws, paperwork and inspections.

Skills

Clear communication

Basic computer use

Teamwork

Multilingual (bonus)

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) MA

RN license in MA (preferred)

Job description

Location: Salisbury Street

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-4pm (40 hrs)

Who We Are:

Founded in Brockton, MA in 1975, BAMSI is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization “bringing people and services together.” Over the years, we have become one of the most trusted organizations working with children, families, individuals, and seniors to enrich their lives. At its core, BAMSI is about building connections with people and services. Each year, our organization impacts the lives of more than 50,000 individuals. BAMSI’s mission is to meet each person where they are so they can learn, grow, and thrive. BAMSI is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, and Accessibility; to creating a holistic system of care; and to abolishing the stigmas surrounding mental illness, disability, and addiction.

Why BAMSI:

When you join BAMSI's nursing team, you join a group of dedicated care givers, both RN's and LPN's who enjoy making lives better through hands on, personalized direct care that challenge critical thinking, analytical abilities, and support for wellness. Hear what some of our employees have to say about their career journey with BAMSI.

Meet, Jamie!

What We Offer: (Benefits available for 30+ hours / Limited benefits available <30 hours)

• Time Off - 4 weeks combined vacation, personal and cultural holiday.
• 12 paid holidays
• 2 weeks Sick Time
• Highly Specialized Paid Trainings including opportunity to earn CEUs
• HSA and Competitive Benefit Package
• 403B plan with discretionary match
• Wellness Activities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career Development Opportunities

What You’ll Do:

As a Nurse, you’ll become an essential part of our community-based group homes for adults with complex medical needs, developmental disabilities, acquired brain injury and/or mental illness. Our homes house 3-8 individuals each providing an opportunity to build relationships with those that you care for and their families.

• Medical & Medication Oversight - Manage medical care and medications for persons served, including training staff on safe medication practices in compliance with DPH Medication Administration Program (MAP). You may be asked to become certified in MAP during your first 6 months.
• Crisis Intervention - Respond to emergencies and de-escalate crises with persons served.
• Staff Training - Train staff on health/safety rules and document incidents as required.
• Compliance - Keep programs up to date with medical and medication laws, including paperwork and inspections.

What You Bring:

• Required: Active LPN license in MA, driver’s license, and reliable car.
• Preferred: Active RN license in MA, driver's license, and reliable car.

• Experience: Supporting mental health needs (personal or professional).
• Skills: Clear communication, basic computer use, and teamwork.
• Language: Must be fluent in English, Multilingual a bonus!

We Value:

• Your unique background— not just your resume.
• Growth mindsets (we’ll invest in your training!).

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