LPN-ACCS

Behavioral Health Network, Inc.; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 91,693,000 - 107,453,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

403(b)

Education assistance

Medical, dental, vision

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Behavioral Health Network is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join the Adult Community Clinical Supports (ACCS) team in Massachusetts. You will perform direct nursing care, educate patients, and document care while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support recovery and well-being.

This role requires an MA-licensed LPN with at least one year of nursing experience and a compassionate approach to working with individuals with addiction and co-occurring disorders.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts LPN license required.
• Minimum one year of nursing experience preferred.
• Ability to educate individuals served about illness and treatment.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care within scope of practice and follow orders.
• Document all aspects of care accurately and communicate during shift reports.
• Educate individuals served on illness, treatment, and prognosis under RN direction.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information per 42 CFR.
• Perform health assessments upon admission when possible.
• Prepare and submit nursing assessments and progress notes per policy.
• Monitor medication logs and use EMR/staff logs for information.
• Serve as liaison to medical facilities and families.
• Participate in in-service training and staff development.

Skills

Nursing care

Documentation

Patient education

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

LPN license (MA)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Behavioral Health Network (BHN) is a leading statewide provider of behavioral health services and a Certified Great Place to Work. Since 1938, BHN has helped individuals, families, and communities thrive through compassionate, high-quality care and support. With deep roots in Western Massachusetts and a growing presence in communities throughout the state, we are currently seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Adult Community Clinical Supports (ACCS) team and help advance our mission of empowering people to live healthier, more fulfilling lives.

What We Offer

• Meaningful Impact - Provide direct, hands-on nursing care that supports individuals' health, recovery, and overall well-being
• Collaborative Clinical Team - Work under the guidance of the Medical Director and Director of Nursing/Assistant Director of Nursing alongside a dedicated multidisciplinary team
• Supportive Team Culture - Join a team guided by our HEART values: Humanity, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork
• Comprehensive Benefits - Generous PTO, 403(b), educational assistance, medical, dental, vision, employee assistance programs, and more
• Certified Great Place to Work - Work for an organization recognized for creating a positive and engaging employee experience

What You Will Do

• Participate in data collection related to the status and needs of individuals served
• Provide direct care within scope of practice, implementing nursing orders and procedures as specified
• Educate individuals served on their illness, treatment, and prognosis, reinforcing teaching under the direction of a Registered Nurse
• Thoroughly and accurately document all aspects of care, communicating pertinent information to incoming staff at shift report
• Maintain strict confidentiality of individuals served information in accordance with 42 CFR
• Provide health assessments to individuals served upon admission when possible
• Prepare and submit nursing assessments and progress notes in accordance with organizational policy
• Monitor medication logs for accuracy and use EMR/staff logs to convey pertinent information
• Serve as liaison to area and regional medical facilities and as a resource for individuals served and their families
• Provide ongoing in-service training and consultation to staff, and participate in continuing education and staff development activities

Who You Are

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Current Massachusetts Board of Registration license as a Licensed Practical Nurse
• Minimum one year of nursing experience preferred
• Two years of sobriety preferred
• Skilled in applying the nursing process to individuals served and their families
• Able to collaborate with and appropriately delegate to other caregivers
• Knowledgeable in utilization/review standards, quality assurance, and CARF standards
• Able to understand, empathize, and work effectively with an addicted population, including those with co-occurring disorders
• Working knowledge of the ethics and legal parameters of Substance Use Disorder treatment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

We Hire for HEART! Since 1938, BHN has delivered high-quality, culturally responsive behavioral health care, building deep roots in Western Massachusetts while expanding our impact in communities throughout the state. Our core values-Humanity, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork-guide how we lead, serve, and support one another. If you're ready to bring your compassion and dedication to a mission-driven organization where your work truly matters, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay Range: $32.00-$37.50/hr