Per Diem Licensed Practical Nurse

Lifeworks; Westwood (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated nursing professional to ensure the health and safety of individuals through comprehensive assessments and quality care. This role involves administering medical supplies, providing health education, and collaborating with therapists to enhance client self-sufficiency. The ideal candidate will possess a valid nursing license and demonstrate strong communication and problem-solving skills. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to making a difference in the lives of individuals and fostering a supportive environment for both clients and staff.

Qualifications

• Current nursing license and one year of experience required.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Administer and store medical supplies and medications safely.
• Regularly assess clients for health needs and provide first aid.

Skills

Nursing Assessment

First Aid

Health Care Education

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Licensed Nurse in Massachusetts

One Year Nursing Experience

Tools

Medical Supplies

Documentation Software

Job description

Ensures the health and safety of individuals by assessing individuals for specific nursing needs. Provide quality training and services that will increase the individuals' self-sufficiency and independence. Serve as a role model for others through positive and respectful interactions with clients. Complies with all principles of Human Rights, D.P.P.C., Department of Developmental Services, the Division of Medical Assistance and all other applicable funding regulations as adhered to by Lifeworks.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:(other duties may be assigned):

• Administer and safely store all medical supplies and prescribed medications.
• Treat any daily health care problems, including first aid and emergency problems.
• Regularly assess clients for specific nursing needs, and/or health problems and monitor accordingly. Lift and transfer individuals as appropriate to their needs.
• Provide preventative health maintenance: blood pressure check, weight, health care education. Participate in or complete nursing assessments, progress notes, and other applicable documentation.
• Assist in coordination of health care services with Speech Therapist, Occupational Therapist and Physical Therapist.
• Assist Physical Therapist in providing ROM and other exercises when the Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant is unavailable.
• Provide individual and small group instruction in self-care, activities of daily living, communication, social and motor skills.
• Participate in team meetings regarding general program development, including curriculum development and schedules.
• Comply with all applicable State and Federal regulations, agency policies and procedures and personnel practices.
• Act as resource person to program staff, clients, families and care providers regarding health care issues and concerns.
• Make home visits when necessary.
• Attend training sessions and staff meetings as required.
• Protect the health and safety of all consumers and staff.
• Perform other duties as requested by supervisors.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience:

Current license with the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing and one year of experience.

Language Skills:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write and proofread routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak and present effectively before individuals or employees of an organization.

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Vehicle and Travel:

Requires a legally insured and inspected automobile for use to be presented at work and available for use during working hours. If the program has an agency vehicle, staff are expected to drive it as needed.

Certificates Licenses and Registrations:

Valid and current driver’s license from the state of residency.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle or feel, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal to moderate.

Disclaimer:

This job profile identifies the general duties and minimum level of skills required to perform this job. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned. The employee can be responsible for all other duties as assigned by supervisor. Employment at Lifeworks is on an at-will basis. This means that the employee or employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason or for no reason and with or without prior notice. Nothing in this job description or employee handbook creates an employment agreement, express or implied, or any other agreement between an employee and Lifeworks.