Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Topsfield, MA

We're currently seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our residential care team!

Job Title: LPN - Topsfield, MA

• →Health Monitoring & Care:
  • →Conducts regular health assessments (on shift), including vital signs and symptom checks, to monitor individual health & determine nursing needs. Reports to and seeks direction from the RN Case Manager or on-call RN as needed.
  • →Medication Management –Administers medications and treatments as prescribed and per MAP regulations. Manages medication storage and documentation in compliance with MAP regulatory standards and NeArc organizational policies.
  • →Demonstrates competence in trach care, vent care & related emergency procedures.
• →Care Plan Implementation:
  • →Completes and maintains written records as assigned by the supervisor. Prepares and submits all paperwork in a timely manner. Including but not limited to daily data collection, incident and other event-specific reports, progress notes, and data summaries.
• →Medical Coordination & Communication:
  • →Assists program director with scheduling and preparing individuals & documentation for medical appointments, accompanies as necessary, and ensures that medical orders are implemented per MAP and followed up.
  • →Presents information regarding any individual in a professional manner in all settings, including meetings, phone contact, daily written documentation and/or email correspondence.
  • →Provides a change of shift report to incoming staff for individuals under your care.
• →Compliance:
  • →Maintains universal precautions at all times and implements all NeArc and Residential Division Standards related to Health and Safety.
  • →Maintains a license in good standing and certifications as required by the program, the funding source, and OSHA including but not limited to provider-level CPR, Universal Precautions, and Human Rights.

• Licensed LPN in Massachusetts with minimum of 1 year of experience
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities preferred
• Ability to develop and maintain a respectful, caring, tolerant, ethical and empowering relationship with individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities
• Must maintain CPR certification and complete required programmatic trainings
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation