Residential LPN - Developmental Services

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

Job summary

Advocates is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide nursing care in multiple residential programs in the Metro West area. You will perform medical management, coordinate with families and healthcare providers, and supervise direct care staff under the Residential Program Nurse.

The role requires MA LPN licensure with about 1 year in a community healthcare setting, strong communication skills, a valid driver's license, and a patient-centered approach consistent with Advocates' inclusive

Qualifications

• Massachusetts LPN license required with 1 year of community healthcare experience.
• Strong written and oral communication with residents, families, providers, and staff.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle for client transportation.
• Diversity awareness and competence in serving diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with medical management including physicals, referrals, prescriptions, appointments and treatments, and provide emergency first aid.
• Coordinate care with residents, families, physicians, and site teams; note changes in status or medication.
• Oversee medication management documentation per agency and funder regulations.
• Supervise direct care staff under the Residential Program Nurse.
• Monitor care continuity and quality, proposing improvements as needed.
• Participate in staff and service planning meetings, and resident/family meetings.

Skills

LPN license

Community healthcare experience

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Overview

Starting Rate: $33.00/hour

Schedule: 7a-3p/8a-4p/9a-5p

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides nursing services as defined in the LPN scope of practice and under the direction of the Director of Health Services.

Who We Are

At Advocates, we provide comprehensive services for people facing developmental, mental health, or other life challenges.

We're a nonprofit, mission-driven organization with a person-centered approach, empowering the individuals we support to make choices, build independence, and live full, meaningful lives. Our work is rooted in respect, compassion, and inclusion, and we envision a world where individual differences are appreciated and celebrated.

At Advocates, we value the ideas, experiences, and contributions of employees and are committed to fostering a supportive, welcoming culture where everyone can grow and thrive.

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma/GED

Shift

First Shift

Additional Shift Details

Supporting multiple Residential Programs in the Metro West area.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with all aspects of medical management including physicals, referrals, prescriptions, appointments and treatments. Provide emergency first aid in the case of a medical crisis.
• Coordinate with residents, family members, physicians, other medical providers, and site team regarding all medical care and changes in status, treatment or medication.
• Implement, oversee, document and supervise medication management in accordance with agency and funder regulations.
• Oversee direct care staff, under the direction of the Residential Program Nurse.
• Monitor and evaluate the continuity and level of care provided, devising ideas for quality improvement when needed.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, service planning meetings, resident and family meetings.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts as a Licensed Practical Nurse and 1 year experience in a community healthcare setting.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with individuals, families, funding sources, consultants, the community at large, and the program and administrative staff.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Must hold a valid driver's license, have access to an operational and insured vehicle and be willing to use it to transport clients.
• Strongly prefer a candidate that will have a demonstrated understanding of and competence in serving diverse populations.

Advocates is committed to cultivating a diverse and welcoming community where everyone feels respected and valued. Advocates fosters a culture of inclusion that celebrates and promotes diversity along multiple dimensions, including race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, partnered status, age, national origin, socioeconomic status, religion, ability, culture, and experience.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application, interview or hiring process, please contact Human Resources.