Licensed Practical Nurse I - Day Shift

Commonwealth of Massachusetts•Taunton, MA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Taunton State Hospital is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse I candidate to provide nursing care to patients in an assigned area; provide for daily care and the personal or hygiene needs of patients; observe and record patient behavior and confer with other staff concerning these observations; and perform related work as required. This position is 40 hours per week on the first shift, from 6:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. on the Cain 3 West unit. Days off are Week 1 - Sunday/Friday; Week 2 - Wednesday/Saturday. Employees in this position will be required to perform mandatory overtime.

Requirements

Knowledge of the principles and practices of practical nursing.
Knowledge of the techniques used in the handling and transportation of patients.
Knowledge of the principles and correct usage of the English language including grammar, spelling, sentence structure, word meaning, and punctuation.
Knowledge of first aid techniques.
Knowledge of the custodial care problems (personal hygiene, feeding, grooming, and dressing) of special client groups such as the blind, the hearing-impaired and the handicapped.
Knowledge of standard nursing methods and techniques followed in the application of medical and/or surgical dressings.
Knowledge of the terminology, symbols and standard abbreviations used in medical practice.
Knowledge of the types and application of emergency medical procedures such as cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and tourniquets.
Knowledge of the techniques followed in collecting blood and urine samples from patients for diagnostic purposes.
Knowledge of nursing practice and procedures relative to geriatrics.
Knowledge of human anatomy as applied to nursing.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to gather information through observing and questioning individuals and by examining records and documents.
Ability to communicate effectively in oral expression.
Ability to write clearly and concisely, express thoughts clearly and develop ideas in logical sequence.
Ability to interact with people who are under physical and/or emotional stress.
Ability to work in a team setting and in group situations.
Ability to establish rapport and deal tactfully with persons from varied ethnic, cultural and/or economic backgrounds.
Ability to understand, apply and explain the laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, specifications, standards and guidelines governing agency operations.
Ability to maintain accurate records.
Ability to maintain a calm manner in stressful and emergency situations.
Ability to exercise sound judgment.
Ability to use proper grammar, punctuation and spelling.
Ability to assemble items of information in accordance with established procedures.
Ability to lift heavy objects or persons.
Ability to give written and oral instructions in a precise, understandable manner.
Possession of a current and valid license as a practical nurse under the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual or multilingual fluency.

Responsibilities

Provides direct nursing care to patients in assigned area such as taking and charting vital signs, applying and changing medical and surgical dressings, administering medications as prescribed and directed by professional staff, monitoring, fluid intake and output and performing basic first aid.
Provides for the daily care and personal or hygiene needs of patients by giving baths, feedings, grooming, skincare, enemas, etc.
Provides direct care to patients in assigned area including supervising and supporting independence in activities of daily living, supervising meals, escorting to and supervising group activities as assigned, and orientation of patients to the unit
Treats all patients with dignity and respect through interactions which affirm the individual's needs and preferences and by optimally integrating the patient perspective into all facets of care; will advocate for patients, facilitate timely resolution of patient concerns and assist patients in the exercise of their rights.
Develops therapeutic relationships with individual patients, groups, and family members to facilitate continuity of care.
Participates in the development and maintenance of a therapeutic milieu.
Attends rounds and participates as an interdisciplinary team member. Collaborates in collecting data related to the assessment, planning, and evaluation process.
Provides input into the development of the nursing care plan and multidisciplinary treatment plan.
Responds to and participates in medical and psychiatric emergencies. Assures emergency equipment is checked and reviewed as assigned.
Provides related health care education to patients and family according to nursing care plan and multidisciplinary treatment plan.
Administers treatments and medications as ordered and according to hospital policy.
Documents pertinent patient care information in the medical record.
Transcribes M.D. orders as assigned.
Completes all mandatory trainings annually.
Participate in continuing education programs according to Board of Registration requirements.
Perform related duties such as maintaining records and files retrieving and transporting equipment, supplies, materials and laboratory specimens; transferring patients to and from various pieces of equipment; and scheduling appointments for patients and arranging for transportation.
Performs other related duties as assigned.