LPN Nurse | TSS

Gandara Center; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 46,838 - 50,971; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, Pet and Life Insurance

Paid vacations

Paid holidays

Mileage Reimbursement

Clinical Licensing Support

Job summary

A community health organization located in Westfield, MA is seeking a part-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support recovery from addiction and mental health conditions. The role involves conducting medical screenings, medication management, and fostering supportive relationships with residents. Candidates must have a valid MA LPN license and experience with psychiatric populations is preferred. The organization offers benefits like health insurance and paid vacations.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid MA LPN License.
• 1-3 years of experience preferred.
• Driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct medical screenings for new residents.
• Deliver medication management as required.
• Support medication adherence and monitor symptoms.
• Maintain updated progress notes.
• Provide education on health and wellness topics.

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Experience with psychiatric population

Medication management

Conducting medical screenings

Education

Valid MA LPN License

Job description

Job Category: Operations-Prevention & Recovery

Requisition Number: LPNNU002973

Posted: August 11, 2025

Employment Type: Part-Time

Work Environment: On-site

Location

Westfield, MA 01085, USA

Description

Why Work for Gandara:

Explore the career pathways in Behavioral Health, Substance Use and Recovery, Community Based Clinical services, Adolescent and Family services, Adult Residential, Maintenance and Administration! Whether that is in an entry level or leadership role, Gandara will provide the tools and resources to better enhance your career growth. The opportunities are presented with the ability to transition your skills and experience in meeting the organizations mission. There is grand landscape of opportunities that supports the community we serve, so Join the Gándara team today!

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, Pet and Life Insurance
• Paid vacations
• Paid holidays
• 8 discretionary days
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Culturally Diverse population
• Clinical Licensing Support

Hourly Range: $34.00 - $37.00

*Bilingual Candidates Encouraged to Apply

*EOE M/F/D/V

*Union/Non-Union

Job Summary

To work within the Transition Support Services (TSS), which supports residents’ recovery from addiction and moderate to severe mental health conditions and prepares for reintegration to the community or to transition to their next level of care.
To be part of a Multidisciplinary Treatment Team that will be available to support the medical and pharmacological needs of the residents in the program and deliver services under the agency clinic license and in keeping with their supervisory requirements. The RN/LPN is one who actively promotes the agency’s philosophy and maintains a high level of commitment to the program and to the health and wellbeing of the residents.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct medical screenings on all new residents to the program within the time parameters of the program’s intake process and procedures.
• Deliver medication management (individual/group) as required by program or resident including assistance with prescription refills, medication changes, prior authorizations, pharmacy issues, and medication reconciliation prior to a pending a hospital discharge.
• Support medication adherence by residents and monitor for symptoms and side effects.
• Develop strong and supportive relationships with residents and reinforce progress in each individual’s recovery process.
• Collect health vital signs (i.e., temperature, pulse, blood pressure), documentation and reporting.
• Maintain updated progress notes of clinical and medical interventions.
• Maintain residents’ records as per program/clinic licensing standards and conduct medication audits to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Provide education to residents on topics regarding health, wellness, medication, symptoms and side effects.
• Provide staff training and education regarding health, medications and medical protocols including the use of naloxone in the event of an overdose.
• Collaborate with doctors’ offices in providing basic medical treatment, triaging, and identifying when a higher level of medical intervention is necessary.
• Collaborate with other care providers to coordinate medical, medication, MAT, and psychiatric needs.
• Conduct regular inventory of medical supplies and submit acquisition orders to the Program Director in a timely manner.
• Maintain clinic area in a sanitary, organized, orderly, safe manner.
• Participate as a member of a multi-disciplinary team and attend one team meeting per month in which program operations and quality assurance are principal on the agenda.
• Participate in all trainings required by the agency and additional trainings that may enhance the health, wellbeing and safety of the residents in the program.
• Apprise Program Director of any issues or concerns regarding the operations of the clinic in a timely manner.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid MA LPN License
• 1-3 Years' Experience preferred
• Bilingual Preferred (Spanish/English)
• 2 years experience working with psychiatric population
• Driver's license required

The Gándara Mental Health Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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