Licensed Practical Nurse I - CONTINUOUS

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Holyoke, MA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Veterans Home at Holyoke is seeking compassionate, professional, and enthusiastic Licensed Practical Nurses to supervise within an assigned unit while fostering teamwork across multiple disciplines. LPNs provide patient-driven care and support to veterans, follow and contribute to individual plans of care in accordance with nursing standards, policies, and procedures, and work both independently and as team members. They communicate clearly and constructively with the care team, patients, and families. This is an open and continuous posting for part-time positions on evening and night shifts. Positions are 24 or 32 hours per week and include alternating weekends and holidays. As a 24-hour, 7-day-a-week long-term care facility, the Veterans Home may require attendance during nontraditional hours when operational needs dictate. This position is designated emergency personnel and requires reporting to work during declared states of emergency and during non-emergency adverse weather situations.

Requirements

• Current, active practical nurse license issued under the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing.
• CPR certification through the American Heart Association.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to deal tactfully with others.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in dementia, hospice, or another relevant discipline.
• Ability to establish effective relationships with individuals, families, and team members.
• Attention to detail and readiness to respond appropriately when needed.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and exercise discretion when handling confidential information.
• Computer skills for completing work assignments.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to veteran residents by assessing health status, responding to requests for assistance, and making observations during rounds.
• Administer nursing treatments, procedures, physician orders, and care plans; identify and respond to care needs, including medication, equipment-assisted care, and patient or family education.
• Assess and evaluate veteran health status and confer with supervising registered nurses and assigned medical staff about treatment approaches.
• Recognize urgent or emergency care situations, seek assistance from the RN or medical staff, and initiate appropriate emergency interventions as directed or needed.
• Collaborate with resident services personnel to ensure individual care plans are followed.
• Establish constructive relationships with veterans and their families to support positive relationships and learning under the treatment or teaching plan.
• Document incidents, including those without adverse effects, and refer them to an RN for follow-up or investigation.
• Support the Veterans Home's mission, vision, and operational policies while maintaining compliance with Joint Commission requirements and state and federal regulations.
• Maintain professional growth by attending in-services, staying current with healthcare trends and nursing practices, and participating in Veterans Home committees.
• Use computers to complete work assignments.
• Report to work during declared states of emergency and during adverse weather situations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive employee benefits and rewards are offered to Commonwealth employees; specific benefits are not detailed in the posting.
• The positions are described as benefited opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed