LPN (Brain Injury)

Vinfen; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 42,619 - 60,700; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-sponsored retirement plan

First-rate Medical, Dental and Vision plans

Generous paid time off

Job summary

A nonprofit health organization in Waltham, MA, seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide person-centered clinical care for individuals with brain injuries. The role involves administering medications and assisting clients in their communities. Candidates must hold a valid LPN license in Massachusetts and have strong communication skills. The position offers competitive hourly pay and a generous benefits package including medical, dental, and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of supervised practical experience preferred.
• Experience with brain injury or behavioral conditions preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years and hold a valid US driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care and administer medication under MAP guidelines.
• Assist individuals in becoming part of their communities.
• Communicate any change in patient status to appropriate individuals.

Skills

Time management

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Current LPN license in Massachusetts

Job description

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As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you will assist adults with Brain Injury or behavioral conditions by assessing each individual's physical health needs and providing person centered clinical care.

You will work in a small, comfortable residential setting that is tailored to meet the needs of a unique specialized population who have brain injuries, intellectual and developmental disabilities or other complex health needs. Each program maintains low ratios to allow you to develop relationships with the people we serve, their families, friends and other support staff in the program.

LPN duties include providing nursing care, administering medication under the Medication Administration Plan (MAP) guidelines, and assisting individuals to become a part of their communities. Your work in this role will help individuals overcome barriers and achieve a higher quality of life.

Additionally, the LPN will communicate any change in status to appropriate individuals, perform individual assessments with any change of status, and provide skilled nursing interventions as indicated.

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Responsibilities About Vinfen

Why Vinfen? We are committed to you! We offer great training, great benefits, career growth and job security!

Our Comprehensive And Generous Benefits Package Includes

• A fully funded, employer-sponsored retirement plan that requires no employee contribution as well as an employee-funded 403(b) plan
• First-rate Medical, Dental and Vision plans that are open all employees scheduled to work 30 hours per week or more. Plus, we offer a generous employer contribution toward the cost of medical insurance!
• Employer-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance (no cost to you!)
• Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Insurance along with the option to purchase additional, voluntary, Short-Term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent care)
• Voluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care Insurance
• Generous paid time off (Employees scheduled to work 20 hours or more per week):
• 15 days of Vacation per year
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 10 Sick Days per year
• 3 Personal Days per year
• Educational Assistance and Remission Programs
• $500 Employee Referral Bonus with no annual cap!
• Other generous benefits including discounted YMCA memberships, access to discounted movie tickets and more!
  

About Us

Established in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination of the people we serve. Vinfen's 3,500 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in over 550 sites throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visit www.vinfen.org/careers .

My Job. My Community. My Vinfen.

Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license valid in Massachusetts.
• 1-2 years supervised practical experience, including internships, in a clinical or rehabilitation setting preferred.
• Experience working with people with Brain Injury or behavioral conditions preferred.
• Strong time management and writing skills.
• Must be at least 21 years of age and have a current, valid, US drivers' license for at least 6 months.
• Must become CPR certified within defined timelines and MAP certified within 90 days of employment.
• Must be able to successfully pass a CORI, reference, multi-state background and driving record check.
  
  

Pay Range

USD $37.50 - USD $37.50 /Hr.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Mental Health Care

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