LPN-Home Care

Partner's Healthcare; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 3,995,000 - 6,012,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham in Massachusetts seeks a licensed practical nurse (LPN) to provide professional nursing care under the direction of an RN Case Manager and Clinical Manager. You will perform skilled nursing visits in patients' homes, clinics, and community settings.

Requirements include MA LPN licensure, BLS certification, and a valid driver’s license with reliable transportation. Home care or hospice experience is preferred. On-call coverage and weekend/evening/holiday rotations apply.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved, accredited school of professional nursing.
• Current licensure to practice as an LPN in Massachusetts.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Home care or hospice experience preferred.
• Knowledge of homecare regulatory and reimbursement requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care under the direction of a RN Case Manager and/ or Clinical Manager.
• Perform skilled nursing visits for patients in homes, clinics, and community settings.
• Follow care plans and report changes to the Case Manager/Clinical Manager.
• Participate in on-call coverage and weekend/evening/holiday rotations.
• Communicate promptly and accurately per agency policy.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Driver's license

Home care experience

Regulatory knowledge

Education

LPN licensure (MA)

BLS certification

Job description

Site: VNA & Hospice of Cooley Dickinson, Inc. Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

• Provide professional nursing care under the direction of a RN Case Manager and/ or the Clinical Manager.
• Provide skilled nursing visits for patients as directed by the plan of care developed by the RN Case Manager.
• Follow the care plan interventions established by the Case Manager.
• Recognize and report changes in patient condition to the RN Case Manager and/ or the Clinical Manager as directed.
• Communicate information on a timely basis, consistent with policy of the VNA & Hospice of Cooley Dickinson (Agency) and urgency of the situation.
• Provide care within the scope of clinical practice and level of competency (see competency policy/procedure) including assessment of patient status, physical, psychological, and environmental; medication monitoring and administration; patient/family teaching; emergency intervention.
• Perform skilled nursing services in homes, schools, clinics and other community settings.
• Provide on-call support for patients based on needs of the Agency.
• Rotate to weekends, evenings and holidays to maintain adequate staffing.
• Consistently demonstrate competency with nursing skills according to the legal scope of practice and Agency policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved, accredited school of professional nursing required.
• Current licensure to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts required.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Preference will be given to applicants with one (1) year experience in a home care/hospice setting or equivalent experience required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of homecare health regulatory and reimbursement requirements required.
• Demonstrated good written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills required.
• Current driver's license, good driving record and reliable transportation required.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

• Remote Type: Onsite
• Work Location: 168 Industrial Drive
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Employee Type: Regular
• Work Shift: Day (United States of America)
• Pay Range: $29.13 - $43.64/Hourly
• Grade: 5

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

1930 VNA & Hospice of Cooley Dickinson, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.