LPN, Residential Care — Mon-Fri Day Shift

Advocates; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocates in Framingham, MA seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide nursing services under the Residential Program Nurse’s supervision. The starting rate is $33.00 per hour with a Monday–Friday schedule (8a-4p/7a-3p).

You will assist residents with medical management, coordinate care with families and healthcare providers, supervise medication administration, and participate in care planning and routine meetings.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts LPN license required and 1 year in community healthcare.
• Strong oral and written communication with diverse stakeholders.
• Valid driver’s license with access to insured vehicle for client transport.
• Commitment to serving diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with medical management, including physicals, referrals, prescriptions, appointments and treatments, with emergency first aid as needed.
• Coordinate with residents, family, physicians, other medical providers, and site team on medical care and changes in status.
• Oversee medication management in accordance with regulations.
• Oversee direct care staff under the Residential Program Nurse.
• Monitor care continuity and propose quality improvements.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, service planning and family meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

Driver's license

Team coordination

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Advocates in Framingham, MA seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide nursing services under the Residential Program Nurse’s supervision. The starting rate is $33.00 per hour with a Monday–Friday schedule (8a-4p/7a-3p).

You will assist residents with medical management, coordinate care with families and healthcare providers, supervise medication administration, and participate in care planning and routine meetings.