Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Burlington, MA

Northeast Arc is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support individuals living in our Burlington residential program. In this role, you will deliver high-quality direct care, monitor health needs, and collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team to ensure the safety, comfort, and well-being of this female individual you support. This position adheres to the Massachusetts Nurse Practice Act and Northeast Arc policies.

• →Provide direct nursing care following the individual’s established plan of care.
• →Monitor medical status, identify changes, and report to the on-call RN as needed.
• →Serve as a liaison between the home and community to support continuity of care.
• →Administer prescribed medications, ensure proper storage, and complete narcotic counts with MAP-certified or licensed personnel at shift changes.
• →Apply nursing knowledge in the safe delivery of preventative, therapeutic, and rehabilitative care.
• →Collaborate closely with the Program Director, RN Case Manager, and direct support staff.
• →Communicate professionally through meetings, written documentation, email, and phone calls.
• →Accompany individuals to physician appointments, community outings, and other assigned activities.
• →Provide health-related in-service training for staff and oversee ADLs and other health routines.
• →Maintain required licensure and certifications (CPR, Universal Precautions, Human Rights, etc.).

• Active LPN license in Massachusetts with at least 1 year of experience, preferably in a group home or residential setting.
• Experience with multi-handicapped or developmentally disabled individuals is a plus.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Strong communication, documentation, and teamwork skills.
• Some of the skills needed are suctioning, chest PT, Gtube, seizure disorder, hoyer lift and advocating for the patient at doctor’s appointments.

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